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Green Goddess Chicken Salad Recipe

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4.2 from 11 reviews

This Green Goddess Chicken Salad is a fresh and vibrant twist on a classic chicken salad, featuring a flavorful blend of herbs, Greek yogurt, and mayo for a creamy, tangy dressing. It's quick to prepare, combining finely chopped rotisserie chicken with celery, red onion, and roasted pepitas for a satisfying crunch. Perfect as a sandwich filling or served with crackers, this salad brings bright and herbaceous flavors to your table in just 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken Salad

  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery (2 ribs)
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup roasted & salted pepitas

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons freeze-dried dill (or fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon freeze-dried parsley (or fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon freeze-dried cilantro (or fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon freeze-dried basil (or fresh)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste (about 1/4 teaspoon each)

Serving Suggestions

  • Toasted bread
  • Lettuce
  • Avocado (optional)
  • Crackers for scooping

Instructions

  1. Make Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, garlic powder, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and all the herbs (dill, parsley, cilantro, basil) until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste, typically about 1/4 teaspoon of each.
  2. Prep Chicken: Place the rotisserie chicken into a food processor and pulse several times until the chicken is finely chopped but not pureed. Measure out 2 lightly packed, leveled cups of chicken for the salad.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the finely chopped chicken, diced celery, diced red onion, and roasted pepitas into the bowl with the dressing. Using a spatula, gently fold all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
  4. Serve: Enjoy the Green Goddess Chicken Salad served on toasted bread with optional lettuce and avocado, or serve it alongside crackers for scooping as a delicious and fresh appetizer or light meal.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and added flavor. You can shred it finely rather than chopping if preferred.
  • Greek yogurt adds creaminess and tang while reducing fat compared to using mayo alone.
  • Freeze-dried herbs are used for a concentrated herbal flavor, but fresh herbs can be substituted in equal amounts if available.
  • Serving suggestions include toasted bread or crackers; feel free to customize with additional toppings like avocado or leafy greens.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/green-goddess-chicken-salad-recipe/