A flavorful Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Salad combining shredded chicken with tangy sun dried tomatoes, crunchy celery, and a creamy citrus basil dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or sandwich filling.
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
2 cups shredded chicken
½ cup sun dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
2 celery stalks, diced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
Dressing Ingredients
⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
⅓ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prep the salad. Add the shredded chicken, chopped sun dried tomatoes, diced celery, and finely diced red onion to a large bowl. Set aside.
Make the citrus basil dressing. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped fresh basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Toss. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve. Enjoy the salad immediately with your favorite crackers or use it as a filling for sandwiches for a delicious meal.
Notes
You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
If you prefer less tanginess, reduce the lemon juice to ½ tablespoon.
For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds.
Use gluten-free crackers if you want to keep this salad gluten free.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
