High-Protein Classic Chicken Salad

This is creamy chicken salad — tender shredded chicken with crunchy celery and a rich, flavorful dressing. It’s a high-protein, low-carb staple that’s great for lunches or meal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Creamy texture and classic flavor exactly like your photo
  • Extremely high protein and satisfying
  • Quick to make with rotisserie chicken
  • Versatile for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or on its own
  • Keto and diabetic-friendly

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

  • 4 cups (450g) cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • ½ cup (100g) mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 celery stalks, finely diced
  • ¼ cup (30g) red onion or green onions, finely diced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped pecans or grapes for variety (adjust carbs)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise/Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add shredded chicken, celery, and onion. Stir until well coated.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning. Chill for 30 minutes for best flavor (optional).
  4. Serve in lettuce wraps, on low-carb bread, or on its own.

Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~280
  • Protein: 32g (very high)
  • Total Carbs: 3g
  • Net Carbs: 2g
  • Fat: 16g

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