Buffalo Chicken Salad (No Mayo)
This buffalo chicken salad is the best quick recipe. It’s protein-packed and the best part is the rich, tangy buffalo flavor that adds a kick to every bite!
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This is the perfect lunch or snack to prepare ahead and enjoy all week long. I love to have it on hand to quickly grab out of the fridge and enjoy. Grab this Southwest Chicken Salad as another delicious option!
This healthy buffalo chicken salad is made without mayonnaise, keeping it light and wholesome while still incredibly creamy and satisfying.
It’s a versatile dish you can enjoy in so many ways. Serve it in a lettuce wrap, pile it high on a sandwich, toss it on top of a green salad, or scoop it up with crackers or tortilla chips. However you enjoy it, this easy buffalo chicken salad is sure to hit the spot.
You can use rotisserie chicken for extra convenience or cook and shred your own chicken breast. A mix of Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, and garlic powder creates the perfect creamy texture.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Shredded chicken: you can cook your own or use a rotisserie chicken
- Celery
- Red onion: or you can swap for green onions
- Carrots: finely diced
- Plain Greek yogurt: You can substitute for a low-fat sour cream.
- Buffalo sauce: Grab your favorite brand!
- Garlic powder
How to make a healthy buffalo chicken salad
Finely chop the carrots, celery, and red onions.
Place Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, and garlic in a medium sized bowl. Mix together well.
Mix in a large bowl until well combined.
Why you will love this recipe
Easy to Make: Simply chopping and mixing! Especially if you use a rotisserie chicken for ease.
No mayonnaise: This makes the recipe egg free, but also healthier using Greek yogurt.
Meal prep: Your future self will thank you for preparing this recipe and having it available to easily grab and eat!
FAQ
You can serve it with crackers, tortilla chips, pita chips, celery sticks, or carrots. You can also serve it on a sandwich or stuffed in a tortilla wrap.
This depends on the buffalo sauce you use. It can vary from mild to spicy based on your preference.
Absolutely. It tastes even better after some time in the fridge as the flavors have a chance to meld together.
How to store
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Variations
- Serve it hot: Place inside a wrap or sandwich and toast on the stovetop.
- Add in shredded cheddar cheese or some blue cheese.
- Add in 2 tablespoons of ranch seasoning. Note this is not ranch dressing which contains eggs, so we avoid that due to an egg allergy.
- More vegetable options include diced bell peppers or cabbage.
Tips for Success
Serve it your favorite way: Scoop it with your favorite chips or toast on the stove inside your favorite sandwich bread.
More lunch recipes you’ll love
If are looking for quick and delicious lunch options you also will love these delicious Southwest Chicken Salad, or make these Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups.
For tasty sandwiches, grab this Sourdough Turkey Sandwich or these Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwiches (Heart Shaped).
Buffalo Chicken Salad (No Mayonnaise)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb. shredded chicken you can use a rotisserie chicken
- ½ cup celery diced
- ⅓ cup red onion diced
- ½ cup carrots diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl combine Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, place shredded chicken, diced onions, celery, and carrots.
- Pour in sauce and toss together.
- Serve with your favorite chips, on a lettuce wrap, or inside a sandwich.
It turned out great!
I love how simple this is to make and have on hand in the fridge!