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High Protein Chicken Salad Recipe

A nutritious and filling chicken salad packed with protein, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup spinach fresh
Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt for creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Grill or pan-cook the chicken breast until fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Let it cool, then shred or dice.
Mix the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and spinach.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Top with feta cheese and walnuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Adjust the ingredients based on your preference.

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