High-Protein Chicken Salad
Per serving (about 1 cup)
Full nutrition
| Calories | 210 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 38g |
| Carbs | 4g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 1g |
I swap Greek yogurt in for the mayo here, and it does the same creamy job without watering down the protein number the way a mayo-heavy version does. Celery and red onion keep it from tasting like a diet swap. [TODO: add your own note here, why you make this one or what you'd change.]
Recipe
High-Protein Chicken Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, and dill. Fold everything together until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning. If the mixture is thicker than you like, stir in another tablespoon of Greek yogurt.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
- I use rotisserie chicken most of the time because it's already cooked and shreds easily, but leftover baked or poached chicken breast works the same way.
- I add the celery and onion right before serving if I'm making this ahead. They stay crisp longer that way instead of softening in the yogurt overnight.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | 210 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 38g |
| Carbs | 4g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 1g |
Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The yogurt base holds up better than a mayo-based chicken salad does, without separating as it sits.
FAQ
Can I use canned chicken instead of rotisserie?
Yes, drained and flaked. It works fine here since the yogurt and seasoning carry most of the flavor.
Can I add fruit or nuts?
Yes. Halved grapes or diced apple both work well if you want a sweeter version, and chopped walnuts or pecans add crunch in place of some of the celery.
Is this good for meal prep?
Yes, though I’d hold off on adding the celery and onion until closer to serving if you’re prepping several days ahead, since they lose their crunch the longer they sit in the yogurt.
Looking for more low-carb lunches: the high-protein buffalo chicken dip uses the same Greek yogurt swap in a different direction.