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Dill Pickle Protein Chicken Salad

Dill Pickle Protein Chicken Salad: 30g Protein in Just 10 Minutes

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A protein-packed chicken salad with the tangy flavor of dill pickles.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded or diced cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 small/medium breasts)
  • ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat recommended)
  • ⅔ cup chopped dill pickles (chips, spears, or your preference)
  • 2 medium stalks celery, diced (scant 1 cup)
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons pickle brine
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (plus additional to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
  • Serving suggestions: butter lettuce leaves, whole-grain bread, croissants, crackers

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, yogurt, pickles, celery, red onion, brine, honey, salt, dill, black pepper, and parsley.
  2. Mix well.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Serve as lettuce cups, on toast, croissants, or with crackers.

Notes

  • For extra protein, add hard-boiled eggs or nuts.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Drain pickles well to prevent excess moisture.
  • Use freshly cooked chicken for best texture.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg