A creamy, mayo-free honey mustard chicken salad perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or meal prep bowls. This high-protein lunch is quick to make and ideal for healthy eating.
Author:ellievance
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:10 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Lunch
Method:No Cook
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red apple
2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
Add the shredded chicken, chopped celery, chopped apple, and nuts (if using) to the bowl.
Stir everything together until the chicken and vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
Season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
This chicken salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a gluten-free option, serve in lettuce cups or with gluten-free crackers.
Rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut for this recipe.
Adjust honey and mustard amounts to suit your taste.