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Balsamic Caprese Chicken Salad

Balsamic Caprese Chicken Salad

This chicken salad has all the flavors of a classic Caprese salad; fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, balsamic vinegar, and basil. Combined with cooked shredded chicken breast and a creamy dressing, it transforms into a convenient and delicious chicken salad for the ideal lunch. Serve it over arugula, in a wrap, or on a bun for the perfect lunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
  • 1 cup red onion chopped
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 6 oz mini mozzarella balls halved; bocconcini
  • 1/2 cup basil fresh, chopped
  • 1/4 cup light mayo
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine the mayo, balsamic, yogurt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and onion powder in a large bowl.
  • Add the cooked chicken, diced onions, halved cherry tomatoes, basil, and halved mozzarella balls, and stir to combine.

Notes

Serve it over arugula, in a wrap, or on a bun for the perfect lunch.
Keyword Caprese, chicken salad, easy lunch, healthy meal