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Quick High Protein Chicken Salad Recipe with Canned Chicken
A quick and protein-packed chicken salad perfect for wraps or lettuce cups, using simple ingredients and easy steps.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken (a 12.5 oz can or rotisserie chicken)
- 1 can white beans (drained)
- 0.25 cup diced onions (or sliced green onions)
- 0.25 cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
- 0.33 cup Greek yogurt (or regular)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
- 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.125 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
Wraps & Greens
- 4 whole-wheat tortillas whole-wheat tortillas (or lettuce leaves for low carb)
- 1 cup lettuce (spring mix or spinach)
- 1 large avocado (optional)
Instructions
- Combine chicken, beans, onions, and celery in a bowl.
- Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, curry powder, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Add to chicken mixture and stir.
- Serve over greens, as a dip, or in wraps. For wraps, spread mashed avocado on tortillas, add greens, and top with chicken salad. Roll up and serve.
Notes
Make ahead and store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.