High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad (Healthy, Easy)
Indulge in the bold and zesty flavors of this High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad, a healthy and easy recipe that’s perfect for any meal. Whether you’re on a tight schedule or hosting friends, this salad is quick to prepare and offers a satisfying protein boost thanks to shredded chicken and creamy Greek yogurt. With its spicy buffalo sauce, fresh vegetables, and versatility in serving options—think wraps, dippers, or as a topping for greens—this salad is sure to become your go-to dish. Enjoy it as a delectable lunch at home, a picnic treat, or an impressive appetizer at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
- Juice of ½ large lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp kosher salt (more to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the chicken using two forks or a hand mixer until fluffy. Finely chop the celery and green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the shredded chicken with Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, chopped celery, green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Taste and adjust spiciness by adding more buffalo sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg