10 Quick Chicken Salad Recipe
Chicken salad is one of those meals that somehow works for lunch, dinner, meal prep, or standing in the kitchen wondering what to eat. It’s fast, flexible, and easy to customize with different flavors and textures. These recipes keep things simple while still delivering satisfying results.
1. Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe
Greek yogurt replaces mayonnaise for a lighter, creamy chicken salad with fresh flavor.
Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe uses vegan chicken, dairy-free yogurt, and crisp vegetables to create a creamy plant-based salad.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Unsweetened vegan Greek-style yogurt — 1 cup
- Celery chopped — ½ cup
- Red onion finely chopped — ¼ cup
- Dijon mustard — 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley — 2 tablespoons
2. Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe
Sweet honey and tangy mustard create a bold dressing that pairs perfectly with tender chicken.
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe combines vegan chicken, crisp vegetables, and sweet-tangy dairy-free dressing for a satisfying plant-based meal.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Mixed salad greens — 4 cups
- Cherry tomatoes — 1 cup
- Cucumber sliced — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
Honey mustard dressing
- Dijon mustard — 2 tablespoons
- Maple syrup — 2 tablespoons
- Apple cider vinegar — 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil — 1 tablespoon
3. Avocado Egg Chicken Salad Recipe
Creamy avocado and chopped eggs add richness and extra protein to this quick salad.
Avocado Egg Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Avocado Egg Chicken Salad Recipe blends vegan chicken, creamy avocado, and egg-free ingredients into a satisfying plant-based salad.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Ripe avocado — 2 medium
- Vegan egg substitute cubed tofu seasoned with turmeric — 1 cup
- Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Celery chopped — ½ cup
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
- Fresh dill — 1 tablespoon
4. Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Recipe
Crisp apples and crunchy walnuts add sweetness and texture to classic chicken salad.
Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Recipe combines vegan chicken, crisp apples, walnuts, and creamy dairy-free dressing into a flavorful plant-based salad.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Apple diced — 1 large
- Walnuts chopped — ½ cup
- Celery chopped — ½ cup
- Vegan mayonnaise — ⅓ cup
- Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
5. Spicy Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
Buffalo sauce gives this chicken salad a spicy kick with familiar comfort-food flavor.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Spicy Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe mixes vegan chicken, buffalo sauce, crisp vegetables, and creamy dairy-free dressing into a bold salad.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Buffalo sauce — ⅓ cup
- Mixed salad greens — 4 cups
- Celery sliced — 1 cup
- Carrot shredded — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Vegan ranch dressing — ¼ cup
- Salt — ¼ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
6. Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe
Olive oil, herbs, and fresh vegetables create a bright, Mediterranean-style chicken salad.
Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe combines vegan chicken, fresh vegetables, olives, and lemon dressing for a bright plant-based dish.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Cucumber chopped — 1 cup
- Cherry tomatoes — 1 cup
- Kalamata olives sliced — ½ cup
- Red onion thinly sliced — ¼ cup
- Mixed greens — 4 cups
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice — 2 tablespoons
- Dried oregano — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
7. Thai Peanut Chicken Salad Recipe
Peanut sauce adds savory, slightly sweet flavor with an Asian-inspired twist.
Thai Peanut Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Thai Peanut Chicken Salad Recipe combines vegan chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy peanut dressing for a flavorful plant-based meal.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Shredded cabbage — 3 cups
- Carrot shredded — 1 cup
- Red bell pepper sliced — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Green onions chopped — ¼ cup
Peanut dressing
- Peanut butter — 3 tablespoons
- Soy sauce — 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice — 1 tablespoon
- Maple syrup — 1 tablespoon
- Warm water — 2 tablespoons
8. Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
Dried cranberries and pecans create a sweet and nutty combination.
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe combines vegan chicken, dried cranberries, pecans, and creamy dairy-free dressing for a flavorful plant-based dish.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Dried cranberries — ½ cup
- Pecans chopped — ½ cup
- Celery chopped — ½ cup
- Vegan mayonnaise — ⅓ cup
- Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
9. BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad Recipe
BBQ sauce and ranch dressing combine for a smoky, creamy flavor.
BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad Recipe
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This BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad Recipe blends vegan chicken, crisp vegetables, smoky barbecue sauce, and creamy dairy-free ranch dressing.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Mixed salad greens — 4 cups
- Cherry tomatoes — 1 cup
- Corn kernels — 1 cup
- Red onion sliced — ¼ cup
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- BBQ sauce — ⅓ cup
- Vegan ranch dressing — ¼ cup
- Salt — ¼ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
10. Cucumber Dill Chicken Salad Recipe
Fresh cucumber and dill make this chicken salad light, refreshing, and simple.
Cucumber Dill Chicken Salad Recipe
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This Cucumber Dill Chicken Salad Recipe combines vegan chicken, cucumber, fresh dill, and creamy dairy-free dressing for a refreshing plant-based meal.
Servings – 4 servings
- Vegan chicken strips — 2 cups
- Cucumber diced — 1½ cups
- Vegan mayonnaise — ⅓ cup
- Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
- Fresh dill chopped — 2 tablespoons
- Celery chopped — ½ cup
- Olive oil — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
