Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad (Printable)

Tender chicken and crisp cucumbers in a creamy dill yogurt dressing. A refreshing, protein-packed dish ideal for summer.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced (about 1 large cucumber)
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced

→ Dressing

04 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
05 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Fresh dill for garnish
12 - Sliced green onions for garnish

# How to Prepare:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
02 - Add cooked chicken, sliced cucumber, and red onion to the bowl with dressing. Toss gently until all components are evenly coated.
03 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed for desired flavor balance.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
05 - Transfer to serving dishes and garnish with fresh dill and green onions. Serve chilled.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The yogurt dressing keeps it light without sacrificing that creamy comfort you crave
  • It actually tastes better after sitting in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep days
02 -
  • The cucumbers will release water as they sit, which can thin the dressing over time
  • Serving this inside hollowed out cucumber boats creates an impressive presentation
03 -
  • Squeeze excess liquid from your shredded chicken before mixing to prevent a watery salad
  • Toast your bread if serving this as a sandwich, it creates a barrier that keeps everything crisp
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