Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad (Print Version)

Tender chicken and crisp cucumbers tossed in creamy dill yogurt dressing. Light, refreshing, and perfect for summer.

# What You'll 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 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 combined.
02 - Add cooked chicken, sliced cucumber, and red onion to the bowl. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
05 - Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with fresh dill and green onions. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy Greek yogurt dressing feels indulgent while keeping things light and protein-packed
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something you spent all afternoon perfecting
  • The flavors actually get better after a few hours in the refrigerator, making it ideal for meal prep
02 -
  • Cucumbers release water as they sit, so if you are making this ahead, add the cucumbers just before serving to prevent the salad from becoming watery
  • The dressing might seem thick initially, but the moisture from the cucumbers will naturally thin it out to the perfect consistency
  • Salting the cucumber slices briefly and patting them dry before adding helps maintain the creamy texture of the salad
03 -
  • Use a box grater to shred the chicken rather than diling it for a texture that holds the dressing more effectively
  • If the dressing seems too thick after refrigeration, stir in a teaspoon of water or lemon juice to bring it back to life
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