High Protein Chicken Salads: Easy Meal Prep (Print Version)
Boost your energy with high protein chicken salads. Quick to prep, these recipes deliver 35g protein per serving, perfect for healthy meal prep.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Low-Calorie
# Ingredients:
→ The Protein Powerhouse
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
→ Crisp & Fresh Foundation
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8 cups mixed greens
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2 stalks celery, finely diced
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1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
→ Creamy & Tangy Dressing
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1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
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1/4 cup light mayonnaise
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/8 tsp black pepper
→ Flavor & Texture Boosters
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1 cup red grapes, halved
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1/4 cup sliced almonds
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2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
# Instructions:
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Shred or dice your 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast. In a large bowl, season the chicken with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. This is the protein powerhouse for your High Protein Chicken Salads: Easy Meal Prep & 35g Protein.
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Finely dice 2 stalks celery and finely mince 1/4 cup red onion. Halve 1 cup red grapes and chop 2 tbsp fresh dill. Set these crisp and fresh ingredients aside for later assembly.
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In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup light mayonnaise, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
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Add the seasoned, shredded chicken to the bowl with the creamy and tangy dressing. Stir well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated. This forms the delicious base of your High Protein Chicken Salads: Easy Meal Prep & 35g Protein.
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Gently fold in the halved 1 cup red grapes, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, and 2 tbsp fresh dill into the chicken mixture. These flavor and texture boosters add a delightful crunch and sweetness to the salad.
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Divide 8 cups mixed greens evenly among 4 meal prep containers. Top each portion of greens with an equal amount of the High Protein Chicken Salads: Easy Meal Prep & 35g Protein mixture. Cover and refrigerate.
# Notes:
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For true 0-minute cook time, ensure your 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast is already cooked and cooled before shredding. Rotisserie chicken works perfectly!
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Feel free to customize your High Protein Chicken Salads: Easy Meal Prep & 35g Protein with other add-ins like chopped apples, dried cranberries, or walnuts instead of grapes and almonds.
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These salads are perfect for meal prep! Store individual portions in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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Enjoy your chicken salad on its own, in a lettuce wrap, or with whole-grain crackers for an extra satisfying meal.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Large mixing bowl
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Small bowl
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Whisk
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Skillet or pot
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Meal prep containers
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 296 kcal
Total Fat: 9 g
Total Carbohydrate: 16 g
Protein: 35 g