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Creamy buffalo chicken salad with celery and blue cheese served over fresh mixed greens

High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup Frank 's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
  • 1/2 cup non -fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup celery , finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens

Method
 

  1. Poach chicken breasts in simmering water for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Remove chicken from liquid, allow to cool slightly, and shred using two forks.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, hot sauce, light mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the shredded chicken, celery, and red onion to the bowl and toss until thoroughly coated in the dressing.
  5. Fold in the blue cheese crumbles gently to maintain texture.
  6. Serve immediately over mixed greens or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.