Refreshingly delicious Minty Peach Chicken Salad

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Refreshingly delicious Minty Peach Chicken Salad
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 01, 2024

This Minty Peach Chicken Salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Tender chicken breast is combined with fresh mint leaves, ripe peaches, and crunchy almonds to create a refreshing and satisfying salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The mint adds a refreshing twist to the traditional chicken salad, while the peaches bring a touch of sweetness. Serve it on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich for a delicious and healthy meal that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 2 ripe peaches, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear until cooked through. Let cool, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, mint leaves, sliced peaches, and almonds.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve the Minty Peach Chicken Salad on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Interesting Facts

  • The combination of mint and peaches adds a unique and refreshing flavor to this chicken salad.
  • Adding Greek yogurt to the dressing gives the salad a creamy texture without being too heavy.
  • Almonds provide a crunchy contrast to the soft chicken and juicy peaches in this salad.