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Chicken Salad (Easy & Healthy Meal Prep) Recipe

Chicken Salad (Easy & Healthy Meal Prep) Recipe
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This High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad is a flavorful and healthy meal prep option combining finely shredded rotisserie chicken with a creamy buffalo yogurt dressing, fresh vegetables, and optional blue cheese for a spicy, tangy kick. Perfect for lunches or light dinners, it’s quick to make and packed with protein and nutrients.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 cups rotisserie chicken, finely shredded

Dressing

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup buffalo hot sauce (Frank’s or your favorite brand)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt, to taste

Vegetables & Herbs

  • ⅔ cup diced celery
  • ⅔ cup shredded carrot
  • ⅓ cup finely diced red onion
  • ⅓ cup chives, thinly sliced

Optional Topping

  • ⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Remove the skin and bones from the rotisserie chicken. Roughly chop about 4 cups of the meat, then pulse in a food processor 3 to 4 times until the chicken is finely shredded but not mushy. Transfer the shredded chicken to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Make the Dressing: To the bowl with chicken, add ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup mayonnaise, and ½ cup buffalo hot sauce. Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, and the optional ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Add salt to taste. Whisk all ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine: Add ⅔ cup diced celery, ⅔ cup shredded carrot, ⅓ cup finely diced red onion, and ⅓ cup thinly sliced chives to the chicken and dressing mixture. If using, fold in ⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese or reserve it as a topping. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. Serve: Enjoy the buffalo chicken salad immediately, or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Before serving, garnish with extra chives and crumbled blue cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and enhanced flavor, but cooked shredded chicken breast can be a substitute.
  • If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce or omit the cayenne pepper.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute mayonnaise for the yogurt and omit blue cheese.
  • This salad can be served in lettuce wraps, on sandwich bread, or over a bed of greens for variety.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Buffalo chicken salad, high protein, healthy meal prep, buffalo sauce, rotisserie chicken, easy lunch, creamy chicken salad, low carb buffalo chicken

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