Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad (Printable)

Tender chicken and crisp cucumbers in creamy dill yogurt dressing

# 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

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously until completely smooth and well incorporated.
02 - Add shredded cooked chicken, thinly sliced cucumber, and finely sliced red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently using a spatula or wooden spoon until all ingredients are evenly coated.
03 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, freshly ground black pepper, or lemon juice to achieve desired flavor balance.
04 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or lid and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together. This step is recommended for optimal taste development.
05 - Serve chilled and garnish with additional fresh dill sprigs and sliced green onions if desired. Enjoy immediately or store refrigerated for up to 3 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy dressing somehow feels indulgent while keeping things light and fresh
  • You can prep everything in advance and it actually tastes better after chilling
  • It hits that perfect spot between satisfying protein and summer crispness
02 -
  • The cucumber releases water as it sits, which can make the salad soupy if you let it sit overnight
  • Salt your cucumbers and let them drain in a colander for 20 minutes if you plan to make this ahead
  • Greek yogurt brands vary wildly in thickness, so add a spoonful of mayo if yours feels too thin
03 -
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create pretty ribbons instead of slices for a restaurant-worthy presentation
  • Toast some sliced almonds or sunflower seeds for a nutty garnish that adds protein
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