Description
At its core, a Green Goddess Chicken Chop Salad is a modern, protein-rich twist on a classic American culinary tradition. Unlike standard tossed salads where large leaves of lettuce compete with chunky toppings, a chopped salad is all about precision and harmony. Every ingredient is deliberately diced into small, equal-sized pieces. This technique completely changes the eating experience because the dressing coats every individual morsel evenly, preventing dry patches or pooled liquid at the bottom of your bowl.
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
For the Green Goddess Dressing
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp fresh chives
- 1 tbsp fresh basil
- 1 small garlic clove
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp water, as needed
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dressing
- Add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, chives, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
2. Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, cabbage, cucumber, celery, green onions, parsley, and chives.
- Add the diced chicken and avocado.
- Toss gently to combine.
3. Dress and Serve
- Pour the Green Goddess dressing over the salad.
- Toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
Keywords: Green Goddess Chicken Salad, Chopped Green Goddess Salad with Chicken, Herbaceous Chicken Chopped Salad