Healthy Green Goddess Chicken Salad (High-Protein)
If you’re in search of a quick and nutritious meal that bursts with flavor, look no further than this Healthy Green Goddess Chicken Salad. This high-protein dish combines shredded chicken with a creamy, herb-infused dressing made from fresh ingredients like avocado, Greek yogurt, and vibrant herbs. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, and best of all, it can be prepared in just 10 minutes! Versatile and easy to customize, this salad is ideal for meal prep, ensuring you have healthy lunches ready to go throughout the week. Enjoy the refreshing taste of garden-fresh ingredients while satisfying your protein needs—this salad is sure to become a staple in your home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- ½ cup fresh dill, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh mint
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ tsp salt, more to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 Tbsp water (optional to thin it out)
- Optional: green onion, red onion, or chopped cucumber
Instructions
- Shred the rotisserie chicken using a food processor or two forks for your desired texture.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, herbs, spinach, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the dressing until well coated.
- Add optional ingredients like green onions or chopped cucumber for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg