Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich – Creamy, Tangy & Protein-Packed!
Looking for a lightened-up version of your favorite chicken salad? This Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich is the perfect solution.
Made with tender shredded chicken, crunchy veggies, and creamy Greek yogurt instead of mayo, it’s just as delicious—if not more—while being higher in protein and lower in fat.
Whether you serve it on toasted whole grain bread, in lettuce wraps, or stuffed into a pita, this chicken salad is fresh, satisfying, and perfect for meal prep, picnics, or easy lunches.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Salad
🐔 High-protein, thanks to Greek yogurt and lean chicken
🥒 Light and crunchy with celery, onion, and optional add-ins
🍋 Tangy and creamy without using mayonnaise
⏱️ Quick to make in under 15 minutes
🥪 Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or low-carb lettuce cups
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat for best texture)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup celery, finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion or green onion, finely diced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped apples, grapes, walnuts, or dill
How to Make It
🥣 In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
🍗 Add shredded chicken, celery, and onion. Stir until well coated and creamy
🥄 Taste and adjust seasoning. Add optional mix-ins like fruit or nuts if desired
🥪 Serve on toasted whole grain bread, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers
Optional Add-Ins & Variations
🍏 Add chopped apple or grapes for sweetness
🥜 Toss in toasted walnuts or almonds for crunch
🥒 Mix in chopped pickles or relish for extra tang
🥬 Serve in romaine or butter lettuce leaves for a low-carb meal
🧄 Stir in chopped fresh dill or parsley for herbal freshness
Tips for the Best Chicken Salad
✔ Use rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken for convenience
✔ Choose thick Greek yogurt for the creamiest result
✔ Let it chill for 10–15 minutes for the flavors to develop
✔ Dice ingredients small for the best texture in sandwiches or wraps
Storage
📦 Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days
🥗 Great for meal prepping lunches throughout the week
🥶 Not freezer-friendly due to the yogurt base
Final Thoughts
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich gives you all the creamy comfort of a classic chicken salad—with a nutritious twist.
It’s quick, simple, and packed with protein, making it the ideal lunch that doesn’t weigh you down. Once you try it, you’ll want to keep a batch in your fridge all week long! 🥪💪🥗
