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High Protein Pepperoncini Chicken Salad Recipe

Delicious High Protein Pepperoncini Chicken Salad Recipe You’ll Love

Enjoy this High Protein Pepperoncini Chicken Salad Recipe packed with flavor and nutrients, ideal for healthy meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast Shredded
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini Sliced, can substitute with banana peppers
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped, can substitute with diced cucumber
  • 1 small Red Onion Diced, can substitute with green onions
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can use light mayo if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic works as an excellent substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • optional Chopped Parsley or Dill For garnish
Serving Options
  • 4 slices Whole Grain Bread For sandwiches
  • 4 cups Lettuce Cups For low-carb option
  • 4 cups Bed of Greens Great addition for a light meal
  • optional Crackers For snacking

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the shredded cooked chicken breast, sliced pepperoncini, chopped celery, and diced red onion into the yogurt mixture.
  3. Taste your salad mix and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
  4. Transfer the salad into an airtight container and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  5. Serve the salad on whole grain bread, in lettuce cups, or over a bed of mixed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor. Adjust consistency with more yogurt or brine as needed.

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