High Protein Chicken Salads: Easy Meal Prep Recipes (Print Version)
High protein chicken salads are easy to make and perfect for meal prep. Enjoy delicious, healthy lunches all week with these versatile recipes.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Low-Calorie
# Ingredients:
→ Lean Protein Powerhouse
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1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Creamy & Tangy Binder
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1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
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1/4 cup light mayonnaise
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
→ Crisp & Vibrant Accents
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1 cup celery, finely diced
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1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
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1/2 cup red grapes, halved
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
→ Zesty Herbaceous Finish
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Season 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. This is the lean protein powerhouse foundation for your High Protein Chicken Salads | Easy Meal Prep Recipe.
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Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and let it cool slightly for about 5-10 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken using two forks or chop it into bite-sized pieces. Transfer the shredded chicken to a large mixing bowl.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup light mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder until smooth. This creamy and tangy binder is essential for delicious High Protein Chicken Salads.
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Finely dice 1 cup celery and 1/2 cup red onion. Halve 1/2 cup red grapes and chop 1/4 cup pecans. Chop 2 tbsp fresh parsley and 1 tbsp fresh dill. These crisp and vibrant accents add texture and flavor to the salad.
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Add the prepared celery, red onion, red grapes, pecans, fresh parsley, and fresh dill to the large bowl with the shredded chicken. Pour the whisked dressing base over all the ingredients.
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Gently fold all ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper to taste. For the best High Protein Chicken Salads | Easy Meal Prep Recipe, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Perfect for grab-and-go lunches!
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Feel free to swap red grapes for diced apple, or pecans for walnuts or slivered almonds for different textures and flavors.
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Enjoy this high-protein chicken salad in lettuce cups, on whole-wheat bread, with crackers, or as a topping for a green salad.
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For an extra zesty kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large mixing bowl
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Whisk
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Pot (for cooking chicken)
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Shredding forks
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 338 kcal
Total Fat: 13 g
Total Carbohydrate: 10 g
Protein: 43 g