Can I double the recipe?

Yes! This recipe is easy to double for a large group, party, or meal prep lunch. Just use a larger mixing bowl and fold everything together. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

How should I prepare the chicken for chicken salad?

You can bake, poach, grill, or cook it in the slow cooker! For shredded chicken, use a rotisserie chicken or cook a whole chicken in the slow cooker and pull the chicken off the bone. To easily shred the chicken, place it in the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment, mix on low for 15-20 seconds. If you bake or grill your chicken, just dice it up into 1-inch pieces.

Is chicken salad high in protein?

Because chicken is a lean protein source, chicken salad is considered a good source of protein! A great way to boost the overall protein content is to use Greek yogurt instead of mayo. It's tangy, creamy, and pairs perfectly with the sweet and crisp flavors of chicken salad!

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of mayo?

In most recipes, you can use Greek yogurt instead of mayo! I like to use Greek yogurt on sandwiches and in dips and sauces. It's also a fantastic substitute in chicken salad! In fact, I much prefer the flavor of Greek yogurt in chicken salad over mayonnaise.

High Protein Chicken Salad

Name: High Protein Chicken Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken, chopped or shredded chicken (about 12 oz); ¾ cup grapes, quartered; 2 stalks finely celery, diced; ⅓ cup finely diced red onion; ¼ cup chopped pecans; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; ½ teaspoon sea salt; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Recipe

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High Protein Chicken Salad

Quick and delicious high-protein chicken salad ready in 10 minutes! This classic recipe uses creamy Greek yogurt for an extra protein boost and is loaded with fresh, flavorful ingredients. It’s an easy lunch or snack and perfect for meal prep!

Prep: 10Total: 10 minutes

Servings: 4 1x

Ingredients

3 cups chicken, chopped or shredded chicken (about 12 oz)
¾ cup grapes, quartered
2 stalks finely celery, diced
⅓ cup finely diced red onion
¼ cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Mix: In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, grapes, celery, red onion, pecans, and parsley.
Whisk: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, parsley, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, garlic, and black pepper.
Combine: Add the Greek yogurt dressing to the chicken mixture and fold everything together until combined. Taste and add salt or pepper if necessary.
Serve: Place in the fridge to chill. Serve with crackers, lettuce leaves, or on toast!

Notes

Use a 2 or 4% Greek yogurt for the best flavor and texture.
You can swap the pecans for any other nuts you have on hand, including chopped walnuts or sliced almonds.
Making this for meal prep? Leftovers taste amazing! Just chill your chicken salad in the fridge and use it throughout the week for a high protein snack or lunch. It will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Recipe By: Noelle Tarr, NTP, CPT

Find it online: https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/high-protein-chicken-salad/