Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad (Printable)

Tender chicken and crisp cucumbers in a tangy dill yogurt dressing, ideal for warm weather dining.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Vegetables

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

→ Dressing

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

→ Garnish

11 - Extra fresh dill
12 - Sliced green onions

# How to Make It:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The creamy Greek yogurt dressing feels indulgent but keeps things light and fresh
  • It comes together in under thirty minutes with ingredients you probably already have
  • This salad actually tastes better after a day in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep
02 -
  • Cucumbers release water as they sit, which can make the salad watery after a day in the fridge
  • If you are meal prepping, store the cucumbers separately and toss them in right before serving
  • The dressing thickens up significantly in the refrigerator, so you might need to stir in a splash of water or lemon juice before serving leftovers
03 -
  • Grating the garlic instead of mincing it ensures no one bites into a sharp raw chunk
  • Letting the salad rest for at least fifteen minutes is not optional, it is essential for the flavors to marry
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