Description
A delicious and nutritious chicken salad packed with protein, perfect for a quick meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Chicken Breast, shredded
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 cup Celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup Almonds, sliced
- Salt & Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs, chopped (parsley or dill)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or poach until cooked through (about 15-20 minutes).
- Shred the Chicken: Let the chicken cool, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Prep the Veggies: Chop celery, red onion, and grapes into small pieces.
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: Add shredded chicken, chopped veggies, halved grapes, and sliced almonds to the bowl with dressing. Gently fold until coated.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust seasonings with salt or lemon juice if needed.
- Chill: Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let flavors meld or serve immediately.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. It’s great for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken salad, high protein, healthy recipe, quick meal, meal prep