Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad (Printable)

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

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 blended.
02 - Add cooked chicken, sliced cucumber, and red onion to the bowl with dressing. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
03 - Taste the salad 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 dish and garnish with fresh dill and green onions. Serve chilled.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The yogurt dressing keeps everything light and fresh without that heavy mayonnaise coating sitting in your stomach afterward
  • It actually tastes better after sitting in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep or unexpected guests
02 -
  • The salad releases water as it sits, so if you're making it ahead, give it a quick stir before serving
  • Cucumber skins can get slippery, so use a sharp knife and take your time with thin, even slices
03 -
  • Pat your cucumbers dry with paper towels before adding them to prevent the dressing from becoming watery
  • Let the salad come to room temperature for about ten minutes before serving for the best flavor experience
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