Description
A delicious and nutritious High Protein Chicken Salad recipe featuring tender chicken breast combined with creamy Greek yogurt, crunchy nuts, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, this salad is versatile and can be served on bread, lettuce wraps, or over greens. With a no-cook preparation, it’s ideal for meal prepping and packed with protein.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded or chopped chicken breast
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup diced dill pickles or sweet pickles (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Chicken and Dressing: Place the cooked shredded or chopped chicken breast in a large bowl, breaking up any large pieces to ensure consistency. Add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir everything until the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Mix in the finely diced celery, red onion, sliced almonds or chopped walnuts, chopped fresh parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. If desired, fold in the diced pickles for an extra tangy flavor.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chicken salad and adjust the seasoning as needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Chill to Blend Flavors: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, enhancing the overall taste.
- Serve: Enjoy the chicken salad on whole grain bread for a sandwich, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, or over a fresh bed of mixed greens for a light and healthy meal.
Notes
- For an even higher protein content, replace all of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Add sliced grapes or chopped apples to introduce a touch of sweetness.
- For a nut-free variation, swap the almonds or walnuts with sunflower seeds.
- This recipe is versatile and can be customized with different herbs or seasonings to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
