Zero-Point Creamy Chicken Salad
This creamy chicken salad is the ultimate high-protein meal prep recipe that tastes rich and satisfying while staying light and healthy. Packed with tender shredded chicken, crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, and a creamy zero-point dressing, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Perfect for lunches, quick dinners, wraps, sandwiches, lettuce cups, or simply eaten straight from the container, this chicken salad is fresh, flavorful, and incredibly filling.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
Start by cooking and shredding the chicken breast. Rotisserie-style shredded chicken works perfectly, but poached or baked chicken breast is also great. Allow the chicken to cool completely before mixing so the dressing stays thick and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until smooth and creamy. The Greek yogurt creates a rich texture while keeping the salad light, high in protein, and low in calories.
Add the shredded chicken into the bowl and toss until every piece is coated in the creamy dressing. Fold in the chopped celery, green onions, and fresh herbs. The celery adds a refreshing crunch while the herbs bring fresh flavor that balances the creamy texture beautifully.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If you enjoy a little extra tang, add more lemon juice. For extra crunch, you can also add diced cucumber or chopped pickles.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows all the flavors to blend together and makes the salad even more delicious.
Serving Ideas
This chicken salad is incredibly versatile. Serve it:
- In lettuce wraps for a low-carb lunch
- Inside whole wheat wraps or sandwiches
- Over fresh greens as a protein-packed salad
- With crackers, cucumber slices, or celery sticks
- Straight from the container for easy meal prep
Storage
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It’s perfect for weekly meal prep because the flavor gets even better over time.
Why You’ll Love It
- High in protein
- Creamy and satisfying
- Meal-prep friendly
- Low calorie and Weight Watchers friendly
- Quick and easy to make
This zero-point chicken salad is creamy, fresh, and unbelievably addictive — one bite and you’ll understand why people make it every single week!