
Blueberry Chicken Chopped Salad
This Blueberry Chicken Chopped Salad delivers 38g protein and 877 calories per serving — a substantial option for athletes managing higher daily calorie intakes. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, combining solid protein content with carbs and fats needed for sustained energy.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •fine sea salt and black pepper
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Lettuce, Romaine(340g)
- •Blueberries(480g)
- •Pecans, Roasted(240g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(142g)
- •Olive oil(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(15g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(5g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Honey(5g)
- •1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1–2 minutes. Add the chicken breasts and cook 5–6 minutes per side over medium-high heat, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
- 3While the chicken rests, finely chop the onion into small pieces.
- 4In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until combined. Slowly drizzle in the remaining olive oil while whisking constantly until the vinaigrette emulsifies and thickens.
- 5Roughly chop the romaine lettuce and divide evenly into 4 airtight containers.
- 6Layer the diced chicken, chopped onion, blueberries, roasted pecans, and feta cheese over the lettuce in each container while the chicken is still warm.
- 7Divide the vinaigrette evenly among the 4 containers, drizzling it over each salad.
- 8Seal the containers and refrigerate until ready to eat. Shake or toss gently before serving.
Nutrition — Per Serving
877
calories
38g
protein
71g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 31g
- Saturated fat
- 11.3g
- Sodium
- 479 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 10.3g
4 servings per batch · ~435g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
AI Swap Engine
Swap any ingredient and get recalculated macros instantly.
Set up your profile to unlockCommon questions
How much protein does Blueberry Chicken Chopped Salad have per serving?
Each serving delivers 38g of protein and 877 calories, with 71g fat and 31g carbs. The high fat content makes this a calorie-dense meal despite moderate protein-to-calorie ratio.
How long does Blueberry Chicken Chopped Salad take to prep?
This recipe is marked as quick prep and yields 4 servings, so you can batch-prep multiple lunch portions efficiently on the stovetop. Salad-based meals typically require minimal active cooking beyond protein preparation.
Is Blueberry Chicken Chopped Salad good for muscle gain?
At 38g protein and 877 calories per serving, this recipe suits muscle gain phases where calorie surplus supports training intensity and recovery. The macros align with building-phase nutritional requirements.



