High Protein Pepperoncini Chicken Salad Recipe
A flavorful and high-protein chicken salad featuring tender cooked chicken breast combined with tangy pepperoncini, crunchy celery, and red onion, all mixed in a creamy Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or snack, this versatile salad can be served in lettuce cups, on whole grain bread, or over a bed of greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1/3 cup pepperoncini, sliced
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
Dressing
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or light mayo)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional
- Chopped parsley or dill for garnish
- Lettuce cups, whole grain bread, crackers, or a bed of greens for serving
Instructions
- Prepare dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Mix salad ingredients: Add the shredded or chopped cooked chicken breast, sliced pepperoncini, chopped celery, and finely diced red onion into the bowl with the dressing. Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly coated with the dressing.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust salt, pepper, or garlic powder as needed to suit your preference.
- Chill (optional): Refrigerate the salad for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and develop, enhancing the overall taste.
- Serve: Serve the high-protein pepperoncini chicken salad as desired—inside lettuce cups for a low-carb option, on whole grain bread as a sandwich, with crackers, or over a bed of fresh greens for a hearty salad bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley or dill if desired.
Notes
- Using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise reduces fat while maintaining creaminess.
- Chilling the salad allows the flavors to meld together but can be served immediately if needed.
- Add extra pepperoncini juice for more tanginess if preferred.
- For a lower sodium option, rinse the pepperoncini slices before adding.
- This salad is great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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