The Ultimate High Protein Chicken Salad
This High Protein Chicken Salad by The Protein Chef is a healthy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying meal, perfect for weight loss, bodybuilding, or a power-packed lunch, featuring creamy Greek yogurt or cottage cheese as a healthier alternative to mayo.
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 137kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt OR cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup celery finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 cup grapes halved
- Optional: 1/4 cup pecans or walnuts chopped
- Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Optional: Garlic powder or seasoned salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded or chopped cooked chicken, diced celery, and finely diced red onion.
- Add the plain Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese), Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice to the bowl.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If using, add garlic powder or seasoned salt.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated and well combined.
- Stir in any optional additions such as halved grapes, chopped nuts, or fresh parsley.
- For best flavor, cover the bowl and chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve on lettuce cups, in sandwiches, wraps, with crackers, or as a standalone meal. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.