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PJ's High Protein Recipes: The High Protein Chicken Salad

PJ's High Protein Recipes: The High Protein Chicken Salad


Welcome to my kitchen blog!
I’m so glad you’re here. This is where I’ll be sharing delicious, protein-packed recipes that I’ve personally tried, tested, and loved. My goal is to make eating healthy simple, satisfying, and full of flavor. Every few days, you’ll find a new recipe here—designed to fuel your body, fit your lifestyle, and actually taste amazing.


Whether you’re working on building muscle, managing your macros, or just looking for better-for-you meals that the whole family can enjoy, you’ll find plenty of inspiration right here.
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High-Protein Barbecue Chicken Salad (60g Protein)

Looking for a quick, flavorful, and protein-packed meal? This Buffalo Chicken Salad delivers over 60 grams of proteinin one serving while staying light on calories and carbs. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or post-workout fuel!


📝 Ingredients

  • 7 oz canned chicken (about 1.4 cans)

  • 1/3 cup cottage cheese

  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 tbsp buffalo sauce (or more to taste)

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp ranch seasoning powder

  • 2 tbsp chopped pickles

  • 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped

  • 1 tsp fresh chives, chopped

  • 1 tsp pickle juice


👩🍳 Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the canned chicken, cottage cheese, and Greek yogurt until well combined and creamy.

  2. Add the buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and ranch powder. Stir until evenly coated.

  3. Fold in the chopped pickles, dill, chives, and pickle juice for crunch and flavor.

  4. Chill for 30 minutes if you’d like it extra refreshing, or enjoy immediately.


🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Spoon into lettuce wraps for a crisp, low-carb option.

  • Spread on whole grain or protein bread for a hearty sandwich.

  • Serve alongside cucumber slices, celery sticks, or bell pepper strips.


📊 Nutrition (entire recipe)

  • Calories: 343

  • Protein: 60g

  • Carbs: 9g

  • Fat: 7g

This salad is creamy, zesty, and satisfying — and you’ll love that it packs in so much protein without weighing you down.

 

 

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