Here’s a high-protein chicken salad that’s great for lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner.
Protein-Packed Chicken Salad
Ingredients (2–3 servings)
300 g cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
¼ red onion, finely diced
1 cucumber, diced
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Protein Boosters
2 boiled eggs, chopped
2 tbsp roasted chickpeas
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
½ cup cottage cheese
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken, celery, onion, cucumber, and herbs.
Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Fold in any optional protein boosters.
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition (approximate, per serving if divided into 2 servings)
Protein: 40–50 g
Calories: 280–380 kcal
Carbohydrates: 5–10 g
Fat: 8–15 g
Serving Ideas
In lettuce wraps
Stuffed into whole-wheat pita bread
On top of a green salad
With cucumber slices or whole-grain crackers
For an even higher-protein version (55–60 g protein per serving), use 400 g chicken breast, ¾ cup Greek yogurt, and add 2 boiled eggs.
