This 5-ingredient Peach Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a light, protein-packed lunch recipe made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo! It’s perfect for packing into a school lunchbox or as a quick lunch to bring to work!

⏰ TIME: 15 mins | 🤑 COST: $11.50
🍑 5 INGREDIENTS

I love making chicken salad sandwiches for lunch in the summer. They’re cooling, super easy to make, and a no-cook recipe where you don’t have to turn on the stove in the scorching heat!

This 5-ingredient peach chicken salad made with Greek yogurt is a creamy, tangy, slightly sweet twist on the classic chicken salad—and it comes together in under 15 minutes!

You can pack it in the kids’ school lunchbox or take it to work for a quick lunch. It also makes a yummy sandwich for taking to a picnic or summer gathering! Made with chicken and Greek yogurt, it’s high in protein and will keep you full for hours.

Plus, there is no mayo in this recipe! We use Greek yogurt instead to get the creamy chicken salad texture without all the fat and calories.

If you’re looking for another easy high-protein lunch recipe, make sure to check out these delicious spinach and turkey cream cheese roll-ups!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Diced or shredded cooked chicken – I shredded the Trader Joe’s Just Chicken for convenience, but you can cook raw chicken breast and shred it once cooked. Leftover rotisserie chicken would also taste great in this recipe!
Ripe peaches – this will give the chicken salad a hint of sweetness. If you don’t have peaches, you can skip this ingredient or use a different fruit like chopped apples instead
Diced celery – to give the chicken salad a little crunch!
Greek yogurt – use this instead of mayo to make the chicken salad creamy. It also increases the protein content to make it even more nutritious and filling! I used whole milk yogurt, but you can use low-fat or non-fat yogurt instead if you prefer
Dijon mustard – this will make your chicken salad a little tangy and adds a nice depth of flavor!

📌 OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS: Fresh herbs, pecans, walnuts, red onion, and diced carrots make other yummy mix-ins with this chicken salad. You could also add dried cranberries or raisins if you want to add a little more sweetness.

substitution ideas

📌 Use leftover rotisserie chicken instead of plain shredded chicken. Canned chicken breast chunks also work well in a pinch!

📌 No fresh peaches? You could use thawed frozen peach slices or another fruit like chopped apples, strawberries, or even blueberries

📌 If you don’t like Greek yogurt, you can swap it out for cottage cheese or mayo

📌 Instead of Dijon mustard, you can try yellow mustard or a squeeze of lemon juice instead

Equipment You’ll Need

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Step-by-Step Instructions for the Peach Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

1. Mix together the ingredients

In a large mixing bowl add all of the ingredients – shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, diced celery, and the chopped peaches. Mix together until well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.

I only used 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, but you can add more if you wish. Just make sure to only add about 1/2 teaspoon at a time so it doesn’t overpower the flavor profile!

If you want your chicken salad to taste sweeter, you can throw in another chopped peach.

2. Serve and enjoy!

That’s it! You literally just mix together all of the ingredients and you have your chicken salad.

Serve it layered between two pieces of bread as a sandwich. For a low-carb option, you can serve as a lettuce wrap by spooning the mixture on a large piece of Bibb/butter lettuce. Check out the section below for more serving suggestions!

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Notes & Suggestions

Serving suggestions
- In between two pieces of bread as a sandwich
- On a large leaf of butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce
- Spread out on a large tortilla and folded into a wrap
- Scooped up with crackers
Make it dairy-free by using coconut-milk or almond-milk based yogurt. However just note that it will change the flavor slightly compared to if you were to use cow-milk based yogurt
Adjust Dijon mustard based on your preference – I used 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, but you may prefer a little bit more or a little bit less depending on your preference and taste
Experiment with mix-ins – if you find this chicken salad to be a little bland, you can add in some fresh herbs (like basil or chives), green onions, walnuts, pecans, or dried cranberries to elevate the flavor profile. These mix-ins are optional but can add some depth to the chicken salad recipe!
Homemade chicken salad usually tastes better the next day! I found that this chicken salad actually tasted better the next day as the flavors melded together! You can definitely prep this recipe a day ahead or save leftovers for the next day, and it will still taste delicious

Storage Instructions

Meal Prep – make it a day ahead of time, and portion out for 2-3 lunches throughout the week
Storage – store in an airtight container in the fridge. Eat within 3 days. Stir well before serving. If your chicken salad dried out a bit, you can add a teaspoon of water and mix well before serving
Packing in a lunchbox – pack it in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack so it stays fresh and doesn’t spoil before lunchtime
Freezing not recommended – Greek yogurt doesn’t freeze well and will separate when thawed

Frequently Asked Questions

Yep, I consider this chicken salad recipe to be a pretty healthy lunch recipe that’s packed with calcium, protein, and other nutrients. It’s also a lighter and healthier alternative to a traditional chicken salad recipe since it doesn’t include mayo.

Here’s some of the good stuff you can find in this recipe:

Chicken provides a lean source of protein
Greek yogurt includes protein, calcium, and probiotics. It’s also lower in fat and calories, which makes it a healthier, lighter alternative to chicken salads made with mayo
Peaches add natural sweetness, fiber, and vitamin C
Celery gives a nice crunch and adds fiber and antioxidants

Disclaimer: The information provided in this section is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your own doctor or your child’s pediatrician before making any changes to your diet or your child’s diet/feeding approach. Read the full disclaimer here.

🤑 The cost estimate for this recipe is $11.50. The biggest cost for this recipe is the chicken which cost me $8.99.

Here are some tips to save money while making this recipe:

Use leftover chicken if you have it!
Make shredded chicken at home by cooking chicken breasts then shredding it. Here’s a recipe on how to make shredded chicken at home! Shop around to buy the chicken on sale if you can
Use in-season fruit – fresh peaches can get expensive during the off-season. Use fruit that is in season or try using canned or frozen peaches which are cheaper off-season

For babies: Skip the diced celery and Dijon mustard. Make sure the peaches are soft and ripe. Pulse in a food processor or mash the chicken salad mixture with a fork until smooth and not chunky

For toddlers: Skip the diced celery which could be a choking hazard. You can keep the Dijon mustard, but just add a tiny bit. You can also skip the mustard if your toddler isn’t used to strong flavors

Sure can! Just note that your chicken salad may turn out a little less creamy than if you were to use whole milk yogurt.

If you found this chicken salad recipe to be a bit bland for your taste buds even after adding salt & pepper, try adding a few other mix-ins like garlic powder, fresh herbs, nuts, raisins, or dried cranberries to the mixture.

Yes! This chicken salad stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days. In fact, the flavor gets better after a few hours as the ingredients meld.

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Peach Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Name: Peach Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 6 min
Ingredients: 16 oz cooked chicken ((diced or shredded)); 2 ripe peaches ((diced)); ½ cup celery ((diced)); ¾ cup Greek yogurt; 1 tsp Dijon mustard ((see notes)); salt & pepper ((to taste))

This 5-ingredient Peach Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a light, protein-packed lunch recipe made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo. It’s perfect as a quick lunch to pack in a school lunchbox or to bring to work!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 6

Course Lunch, Main Course

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

1 Mixing bowl
1 spatula or spoon

Ingredients

16 oz cooked chicken (diced or shredded)
2 ripe peaches (diced)
½ cup celery (diced)
¾ cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp Dijon mustard (see notes)

PANTRY STAPLES

salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl combine the cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, diced peaches, and diced celery.
Stir until well combined. Add salt and pepper according to taste.
Serve and enjoy! See the notes below for serving suggestions.

Notes

Serving suggestions
- In between two pieces of bread as a sandwich
- On a large leaf of butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce
- Spread out on a large tortilla and folded into a wrap
- Scooped up with crackers

Make it dairy-free by using coconut-milk or almond-milk based yogurt. However just note that it will change the flavor slightly compared to if you were to use cow-milk based yogurt

Adjust Dijon mustard based on your preference – I used 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, but you may prefer a little bit more or a little bit less depending on your preference and taste

Experiment with mix-ins – if you find this chicken salad to be a little bland, you can add in some fresh herbs (like basil or chives), green onions, walnuts, pecans, or dried cranberries to elevate the flavor profile. These mix-ins are optional but can add some depth to the chicken salad recipe!

Homemade chicken salad usually tastes better the next day! I found that this chicken salad actually tasted better the next day as the flavors melded together! You can definitely prep this recipe a day ahead or save leftovers for the next day, and it will still taste delicious

Keyword 5-Ingredient Recipe, Chicken Salad, Greek Yogurt, High Protein Recipes, Lunch Recipes, Peaches, Quick Recipes

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