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High Protein Chicken Salad

A creamy and flavorful chicken salad packed with protein, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (use a quality brand)
  • 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by shredding or dicing your cooked chicken breast.
  2. Mix the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the chopped dill and parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the creamy mixture.
  4. Incorporate the cooked chicken and finely chopped vegetables (celery and red onion) gently.
  5. Taste the chicken salad and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Chill the chicken salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or add-ins. This salad can be made a day ahead and tastes even better after the flavors meld.

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Keywords: chicken salad, protein, healthy recipe, Greek yogurt, quick lunch