High-Protein Chicken Salad Recipe
A healthy and high-protein chicken salad made with tender chicken breast and creamy Greek yogurt, combined with crunchy celery and flavorful seasoning for a satisfying and nutritious meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for cooking chicken breast)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Ensure the chicken breast is cooked thoroughly, then shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces for easy mixing and eating.
- Chop Celery: Finely chop the celery to add a fresh and crunchy texture to the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, chopped celery, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Mix Until Creamy: Stir all ingredients together thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the yogurt and the seasonings are well incorporated.
- Chill and Serve: For best flavor, refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, on top of greens, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use plain Greek yogurt for a creamy texture and added protein without the fat of mayonnaise.
- Season to taste; you can add herbs like dill or parsley for additional flavor.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Perfect for meal prep and quick lunches or snacks.
Keywords: high-protein chicken salad, chicken breast salad, Greek yogurt chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, low fat chicken salad
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