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Greek yoghurt chicken salad

Chicken Meal Prep Salad

This Chicken Meal Prep Salad is a fresh, creamy and colourful lunch made with tender shredded chicken, Greek yoghurt, crisp celery, peppers, red onion and crunchy water chestnuts. Served with lettuce, sweet grapes and carrot sticks, it is a delicious, protein-packed option for busy weekdays and easy make-ahead lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 People
Calories 81 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife
  • 1 Large Spoon Or Silicone Spatula
  • 1 Airtight Meal-Prep Containers
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons –
  • 1 Refrigerator -

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1½ cups finely chopped celery
  • ¾ cup chopped water chestnuts
  • ¾ cup finely diced red onion
  • ¾ cup diced red bell pepper
  • ¾ cup diced yellow bell pepper
  • 1½ cups plain Greek yoghurt
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Carrot sticks - to serve
  • 1½ cups grapes - to serve
  • Lettuce leaves - to serve

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare The Chicken

  • Start with fully cooked, cooled chicken.
  • Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, removing any skin, bones or tough pieces.
  • Place the shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Chop The Vegetables

  • Finely chop the celery and water chestnuts.
  • Dice the red onion into small, even pieces.
  • Dice both bell peppers into similarly sized pieces.
  • Add the prepared vegetables to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3: Add The Greek Yoghurt

  • Spoon the Greek yoghurt over the chicken and vegetables.
  • Add the sea salt and black pepper.
  • Gently fold everything together using a large spoon or silicone spatula.

Step 4: Taste And Adjust

  • Taste the chicken salad and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Add extra salt or black pepper to taste.
  • Add a small pinch of cayenne pepper if you prefer a little heat.

Step 5: Chill The Salad

  • Cover the bowl or transfer the salad to an airtight container.
  • Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled and the flavours have settled.

Step 6: Portion For Meal Prep

  • Divide the Chicken Meal Prep Salad into six meal prep containers.
  • Add carrot sticks and grapes to separate compartments where possible.
  • Serve the chicken salad with crisp lettuce leaves or use the lettuce to make wraps.

Notes

  • 🍗 Use Tender Cooked Chicken: Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces for a creamy, evenly mixed Chicken Meal Prep Salad.
  • 🥬 Keep the Vegetables Crisp: Chop the celery, peppers, and red onion evenly so every bite has plenty of fresh crunch.
  • 🥣 Choose Thick Greek Yoghurt: Use plain, thick Greek yoghurt for a creamy texture that coats the chicken without making the salad watery.
  • 🧂 Season To Taste: Add the salt and black pepper gradually, tasting before adding more to achieve the right balance.
  • 🌈 Keep It Colourful: Serve with crisp lettuce, bright carrot sticks, and juicy grapes for an attractive and satisfying meal.
  • ❄️ Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the prepared salad before serving so the flavours blend and the Chicken Meal Prep Salad is refreshingly cool.
  • 📦 Store Separately: Keep the chicken salad in an airtight container and store lettuce, grapes, and carrot sticks separately when possible to maintain their freshness.
  • 🌶️ Add A Little Heat: For a spicy twist, add a small pinch of cayenne pepper or chilli flakes to the chicken mixture.
Keyword Chicken Meal Prep Salad