High-Protein Green Goddess Chicken Salad
4 People
276 Cals
High-Protein Green Goddess Chicken Salad
4 People
276 Cals
About the recipe
Healthy meal prep recipe • Low carb • Gluten free • Easy high protein lunchThere’s something incredibly satisfying about a meal that’s simple to prepare, beautiful to eat, and genuinely nourishing for the body.This high-protein green goddess chicken salad is one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again — especially when you’re looking for a healthy lunch idea, easy meal prep recipe, or a low carb high protein meal that actually tastes incredible.The creamy green goddess dressing is fresh, vibrant, and packed with herbs, healthy fats, and gut-loving ingredients. It transforms simple cooked chicken into something truly special.I often use a quality rotisserie chicken for ease, making this the perfect quick healthy chicken recipe you can prepare in minutes.It keeps beautifully in the fridge, making it ideal for meal prep lunches, and can be enjoyed in so many ways — spooned into lettuce cups, served as a salad, or layered into wraps.Simple food. Real nourishment. Effortless wellbeing. Why you'll love it:High protein meal for lean muscle and satiety - Low carb and gluten free - Perfect healthy meal prep recipe - Supports gut health and blood sugar balance - Quick and easy to prepare
Nutrition Per Serving
276
Calories
12g
Fat
2g
Saturates
4g
Sugars
408mg
Salt
40g
Protein
6g
Carbs
3g
Fibre
Ingredients
Green Goddess Dressing
- ½ cup natural Greek yoghurt
- 60 g baby spinach
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 small handful fresh basil
- 1 small handful parsley
- 1 spring onion
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Chicken Salad
- 500 g cooked chicken shredded or chopped
- 1 –2 sticks celery finely chopped
- Cos romaine lettuce leaves, to serve
Method
- Make the dressing and combine the Greek yoghurt, spinach, avocado, basil, parsley, spring onion, lemon juice, salt and pepper into a blender.
- Blend until smooth, creamy adding a splash of water to help it blend. Taste and adjust if needed.
- Place the shredded chicken into a large bowl. Add the chopped celery.
- Pour over enough dressing to coat the chicken generously - about half, you can always add more...
- Toss gently until well combined.
- Spoon into crisp lettuce cups or serve as a fresh, healthy chicken salad.
- You can also serve in a wrap in a sandwich or enjoy straight from the bowl.
Chef’s Notes & Inspiration
Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days — perfect for healthy meal prep lunches
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy high protein meal
Add boiled eggs or edamame or white beans for extra protein
Delicious served:
In lettuce cups - In wraps or sandwiches - Stuffed into capsicums - Or as a simple bowl meal. I also love sprinkling with feta and adding a slice of ripe juicy tomato. Nutritional Benefits
This high-protein chicken salad recipe is designed to nourish your body - supports lean muscle and metabolism - Helps balance blood sugar levels - Rich in healthy fats for hormone health - Packed with greens and probiotics for gut and digestive support.
Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days — perfect for healthy meal prep lunches
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy high protein meal
Add boiled eggs or edamame or white beans for extra protein
Delicious served:
In lettuce cups - In wraps or sandwiches - Stuffed into capsicums - Or as a simple bowl meal. I also love sprinkling with feta and adding a slice of ripe juicy tomato. Nutritional Benefits
This high-protein chicken salad recipe is designed to nourish your body - supports lean muscle and metabolism - Helps balance blood sugar levels - Rich in healthy fats for hormone health - Packed with greens and probiotics for gut and digestive support.
