πŸ₯— Classic Creamy Chicken Salad (High-Protein Meal Prep)

πŸ₯— Classic Creamy Chicken Salad (High-Protein Meal Prep)

πŸ›’ Ingredients (4–5 servings)

Chicken:

  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
    (grilled, baked, or rotisserieβ€”skin removed for leaner option)

Creamy base:

  • ΒΎ cup plain Greek yogurt (high-protein, low fat)
  • ΒΌ cup mayonnaise (for classic flavor)

Crunch & flavor:

  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • Β½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • Β½ cup grapes (halved) or diced apple (optional sweetness)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped

Seasoning:

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Β½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

  1. Prep chicken:
    Cook and cool chicken, then shred or dice into bite-size pieces.
  2. Make dressing:
    In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Combine:
    Add chicken, celery, onion, grapes (or apple), and herbs.
  4. Mix well:
    Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Chill:
    Refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes for best flavor.

πŸ’ͺ Nutrition (approx per serving)

  • Protein: ~30–40g
  • Calories: ~250–350
  • Low carb, high satiety

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