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Healthy High-Protein Chicken Salad Recipe with Greek Yogurt Celery Grapes Easy and Perfect for Meal Prep

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A light and protein-packed chicken salad made with Greek yogurt, crunchy celery, and sweet grapes. Perfect for meal prep and busy schedules, this salad balances creamy, crunchy, sweet, and savory flavors without heaviness.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped (about 450g / 1 lb)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (240ml)
  • 2–3 medium celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 cup red or green grapes, halved (150g / 5.3 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste (start with ½ teaspoon salt)
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or slivered almonds (30g / 1 oz)

Instructions

  1. If you don’t have cooked chicken on hand, grill or roast about 2 medium chicken breasts (around 12 oz / 350g each). Let them cool, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Finely dice 2-3 celery stalks, halve 1 cup of grapes, and mince 2 tablespoons of red onion.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the shredded chicken, celery, grapes, and onion to the bowl with the dressing. Fold gently to coat everything evenly without crushing the grapes.
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped parsley and the optional ¼ cup chopped walnuts or almonds for crunch. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the ingredients meld together.

Notes

If the salad seems too thick after chilling, thin it with a splash of milk or extra lemon juice. Avoid adding salt too early to better control seasoning after chilling. Add nuts just before serving to keep them crunchy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C).

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Keywords: chicken salad, high protein, Greek yogurt, healthy salad, meal prep, celery, grapes, low fat, gluten free

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