Canned Chicken Mrs Dash (Printable Version)

Fast, flavorful blend of canned chicken, fresh celery, bell pepper, and tangy seasoning.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cans (10 oz each) chunk chicken breast, drained

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup celery, finely diced
03 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

→ Dressing and Seasoning

05 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for richer texture)
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash Original Blend (or Lemon Pepper Blend)
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)

→ Fresh Herbs

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine drained canned chicken and break up with a fork.
02 - Incorporate celery, red bell pepper, and red onion into the chicken mixture.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Mrs. Dash seasoning, and black pepper if using.
04 - Pour dressing over chicken and vegetables; mix thoroughly to evenly coat all ingredients.
05 - Fold chopped parsley gently into the mixture.
06 - Taste and adjust flavor with additional lemon juice or Mrs. Dash as desired.
07 - Chill and serve on whole-grain bread, lettuce wraps, or with crackers according to preference.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together in 10 minutes flat, no cooking required.
  • The Greek yogurt keeps it guilt-free while tasting indulgent.
  • Mrs. Dash does all the heavy lifting flavor-wise, so no salt-shaker guilt.
  • It's genuinely budget-friendly and still feels like actual food.
02 -
  • Drain that canned chicken aggressively—any lingering liquid will make your salad watery by hour two.
  • The lemon juice is non-negotiable; it's what keeps Greek yogurt from tasting flat and institutional.
03 -
  • Keep your ingredients cold and assemble this right before serving if texture matters to you—the celery stays crispest that way.
  • If you're making this ahead, store the dressing separately and mix it in just before eating to avoid a soggy, sad salad by lunchtime.
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