High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad – Delicious, Easy & Full of Flavor
This high-protein buffalo chicken salad is creamy, spicy, and satisfying. Made with tender rotisserie chicken, Greek yogurt, and tangy buffalo sauce, it’s a simple meal prep favorite perfect for wraps, lettuce cups, or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 cups rotisserie chicken, finely shredded
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup buffalo hot sauce (Frank’s or your favorite)
- ⅔ cup diced celery
- ⅔ cup shredded carrot
- ⅓ cup finely diced red onion
- ⅓ cup chives, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Remove the skin and bones from the rotisserie chicken. Roughly chop about 4 cups of the meat, then pulse in a food processor 3 to 4 times until finely shredded but not mushy. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, buffalo hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the shredded chicken, diced celery, shredded carrot, red onion, and chopped chives to the dressing. Mix until evenly combined.
4. Fold in the crumbled blue cheese or reserve to use as a topping, if desired.
5. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
6. Garnish with extra chives and blue cheese before serving, if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Serve in lettuce cups, wraps, or on top of fresh greens for a high-protein, low-carb meal. Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting the cayenne pepper.