Canned Chicken with Mrs. Dash (Print)

A quick, zesty mix of canned chicken, crisp veggies, and a flavorful seasoning blend for a fresh, light dish.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cans (10 oz each) chunk chicken breast, drained

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup celery, finely diced
03 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

→ Dressing and Seasoning

05 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash Original Blend
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)

→ Fresh Herbs

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned chicken, breaking it up with a fork.
02 - Add the finely diced celery, red bell pepper, and red onion to the chicken and mix thoroughly.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, Mrs. Dash seasoning, and black pepper if using.
04 - Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
05 - Fold in the chopped fresh parsley to finish the mixture.
06 - Taste and modify seasoning as desired by adding more lemon juice or Mrs. Dash.
07 - Serve the salad chilled on whole-grain bread, lettuce wraps, or alongside crackers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in ten minutes, making weeknight dinners feel less like a scramble.
  • No salt means your body won't feel bloated afterward, but the flavor is still bright and real.
  • A jar of canned chicken costs almost nothing, so this becomes your secret weapon for feeding people on a tight budget without anyone noticing.
02 -
  • Don't oversalt—Mrs. Dash is potent enough that a tablespoon is usually all you need, and adding more won't make it better, just different.
  • Greek yogurt breaks down over time and releases liquid, so if you're making this ahead, save some yogurt and parsley to stir in just before serving to keep it fresh.
03 -
  • Buy the best canned chicken you can find—the flavor difference between budget and quality brands is real and worth it.
  • Make sure your lemon is fresh and heavy for its size; watery lemons give watery results.
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