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The Ultimate Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Meal Prep Friendly)

A mound of creamy greek yogurt chicken salad mixed with celery, red onion, and whole red and green grapes on a white plate.
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Make this creamy, high-protein Greek yogurt chicken salad instead of using mayonnaise. It is a quick, healthy lunch idea perfect for meal prepping or serving in wraps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2% recommended for best texture)
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup seedless grapes, halved (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place the shredded chicken in a large mixing bowl. If you are using chicken breasts, cook them first and shred them finely.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. This creates your creamy Greek yogurt dressing.
  3. Add the diced celery, red onion, and halved grapes (if using) to the bowl with the chicken.
  4. Pour the yogurt dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  5. Use a spatula or large spoon to gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.
  6. Stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
  7. Taste the chicken salad and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed for your preference.
  8. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to combine.
  9. Serve this high protein lunch idea on whole-wheat bread, in lettuce cups, or with crackers.

Notes

  • For a low-carb chicken salad or keto friendly chicken salad option, omit the grapes and serve over crisp lettuce leaves.
  • If you want a tangier chicken salad filling, add 1/2 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar along with the lemon juice.
  • This make ahead chicken salad keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days, making it excellent for meal prep.
  • If you prefer a slightly lighter dressing, you can substitute half of the Greek yogurt with low-fat plain yogurt, but the texture will be slightly less rich.

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