High-Protein Apple Chicken Salad
A refreshing salad combining tender chicken, crisp apples, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 apple, diced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- Dice the apple into small cubes, keeping the skin on.
- Make the dressing by mixing Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine shredded chicken, diced apples, and chopped walnuts in a larger bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and fold together gently.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Serve on a bed of mixed greens or arugula, and add a sprinkle of walnuts and a wedge of lemon for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salad, chicken salad, apple salad, high-protein, healthy lunch