Recipe: Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Using low-fat mayo and yogurt, this rotisserie chicken salad is healthier than most without compromising a bit of flavor.
This quick, simple recipe is great for busy nights or to make ahead and use for lunches. Put on a salad, serve with crackers, or put between whole grain bread.
Ingredients
- 1⁄2 rotisserie chicken, shredded and finely chopped, approximately 2 cups*
- 2 Tbsp. low-fat mayonnaise
- 1⁄3 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 ribs celery, finely chopped (If unavailable, substitute 3⁄4 cup shredded broccoli, diced raw zucchini, or really any veggie you have)
- 1⁄4 cup slivered or chopped almonds
- 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, chiffonade (or fresh dill)
- 1⁄2 tsp. garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Optional add-ins:
- Sliced grape tomatoes
- Dried cranberries
- Sliced hardboiled egg
Directions
- Mix all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
- Serve on fresh bread or in a crisp lettuce wrap.
*If rotisserie chicken is unavailable, substitute two 7oz. cans of chicken breast, drained or one 15 oz. can of chickpeas, drained and mashed).
