Tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and sharp cheddar in a light Greek yogurt ranch dressing for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Salad Components
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
02 - 5 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup corn kernels, drained
05 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
06 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
07 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
08 - 1/4 cup fresh chives, sliced
→ Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
09 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons buttermilk
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
15 - 1 garlic clove, minced
16 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
17 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
18 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
19 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
20 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
# How To Make:
01 - Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes. Dice cucumber into small cubes. Finely dice red onion. Slice fresh chives. Chop cooked chicken breast into uniform chunks.
02 - Place chopped romaine lettuce in large salad bowl. Add prepared chicken, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced chives.
03 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and buttermilk in medium bowl until smooth. Add chopped fresh dill, parsley, chives, minced garlic, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Continue whisking until fully incorporated and creamy.
04 - Pour prepared Greek yogurt ranch dressing over salad mixture. Use salad tongs to toss thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with dressing.
05 - Taste salad and adjust salt or pepper as needed. Transfer to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with additional fresh chives or herbs if desired. Serve immediately while vegetables remain crisp.
