Chicken Salad No Mayonnaise (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
02 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free plain yogurt)
03 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
04 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tbsp olive oil
06 - ½ cup chopped celery
07 - ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
08 - 1 small apple, diced
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - If not already cooked, cook the chicken breast using poaching, grilling, or baking methods, then shred it.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, and apple. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently until well coated.
04 - Stir in chopped parsley. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Add toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts for crunch.
02 - Replace apple with grapes or dried cranberries for sweetness.
03 - Swap parsley with dill or cilantro for a different flavor.
04 - Add smoked paprika or chili flakes for a spicy touch.
05 - For a vegan version, replace chicken with chickpeas and use plant-based yogurt.