Description
A refreshing and healthy appetizer featuring cucumbers filled with a creamy chicken salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red grapes, halved
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start by slicing the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, creating a boat shape. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, celery, grapes, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Season the chicken salad mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Spoon the creamy chicken salad into each cucumber boat, filling them generously.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for a chilled option.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute the grapes with diced apples or dried cranberries for added sweetness and crunch.
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture and flavor in the chicken salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cucumber boat
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg