This Buffalo Chicken Salad is a flavorful, high-protein dish that brings the bold taste of buffalo wings into a healthier, lighter form. Perfect for quick lunches or meal prepping, it combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, tangy dressing and a satisfying crunch from fresh vegetables. Using rotisserie chicken and Greek yogurt as base ingredients makes this salad both convenient and nutritious. Customize it with optional add-ins like blue cheese crumbles or fresh herbs to elevate the flavor. Whether enjoyed on its own, in a wrap, or as a sandwich, this salad is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients:
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
¼ cup buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
¼ cup diced red onion
2 stalks celery, diced
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons avocado oil mayo
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: Green onions, blue cheese crumbles, fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or dill)
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, diced red onion, and diced celery.
Add the Greek yogurt, avocado oil mayo, salt, and pepper.
Toss all ingredients together until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 215 kcal
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Protein: 19 g
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 59 mg
Sodium: 520 mg
Potassium: 199 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 1 g