For a long time I hated chicken salad. I think it was mostly because I’m not a mayo fan. Then, when I got older and more health conscious, I was glad I didn’t like chicken salad, because it turns out mayonnaise isn’t very good for you. But, as it is a staple baby shower, bridal shower and casual lunch food, I decided years ago to make my own recipe. A recipe that was both healthy and mayo free.
Without further ado, here is my very own recipe for great chicken salad without mayo.
Tonight, I’m sharing that recipe with you. It’s so good. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Chicken {I typically use left over chicken breasts from dinner the night before. The amounts in this recipe use about 1.5-2 chicken breasts.}
- 1/3 cup Low Fat or No Fat Greek Yogurt
- 1/4 cup Low Fat or Fat Free Ranch
- 1/4 tsp of: black pepper, garlic powder, and basil
- 1/2 tsp dill
- 3 T Dark Mustard
- 1/2 cup Raisins or Craisins
- 1/4 cup Almond Slivers
- 3 Stalks of Celery
Keep in mind that you can alter the amount of celery, raisins/Craisins, and almonds. It’s your lunch, make it how you like it. As a variation you can leave out the dried fruit and sub in 1/2 cup of halved grapes.
Here’s what you do.
I prefer to shred my chicken by pulsing it in my Ninja. But you can shred it with forks or your Kitchen Aide. Whatever you prefer.
In a bowl mix together the yogurt, ranch, mustard, and spices. Add in chicken, celery and fruit. If it looks dry add a little more yogurt or ranch.
It’s that easy and it’s so good. Enjoy! {And don’t forget to Pin it, for easy access.}
