Easy Lemon Basil Chicken Salad Recipe
A bright and refreshing Easy Lemon Basil Chicken Salad combining shredded chicken, fresh basil, and a zesty lemon dressing made with mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner served with crackers or bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cups shredded chicken (store bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1-2 celery stalks, finely diced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the salad: Add the shredded chicken, finely diced red onion, and celery to a large bowl and set aside.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, chopped fresh basil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Toss: Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve: Serve the chicken salad immediately with your favorite crackers or as a sandwich filling using your preferred bread. Alternatively, refrigerate the salad until ready to serve to keep it chilled.
Notes
- Use either store-bought rotisserie chicken or cook and shred chicken breasts or thighs at home.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to your preference for brightness.
- Greek yogurt helps lighten the dressing while adding creaminess, but can be substituted with more mayonnaise if desired.
- Chilling the salad for 30 minutes before serving enhances the flavors.
- Add chopped nuts or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor variation.
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