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
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear until cooked through. Let cool, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, mint leaves, sliced peaches, and almonds.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- 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.