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Curried Chicken Salad Salad

This Curried Chicken Salad delivers 42g protein and 475 calories per serving, functioning as a full lunch, not a side. Quick prep yields 6 servings, covering most of your training week. Built for meal prep that actually keeps you satisfied between sessions.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Chicken Breast, Grilled(720g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Celery
  • Green Onion (Scallion)
  • Raisins, Seedless(120g)
  • Greek Yogurt (2%)(240g)

    Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.

  • Lemon Juice, Fresh(45g)
  • Honey(15g)
  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
  • Curry Powder, Ground(15g)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Mixed Greens, For Serving
  • Cucumber
  • Tomato, Cherry
  • Olive oil(120g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Vinegar, Rice(90g)
  • Honey(15g)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1If using raw chicken breast, place it in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to medium heat and simmer 12–15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the meat is no longer pink. Remove, let cool 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2Dice the celery, slice the green onions, and finely chop the cucumber; set aside separately.
  3. 3In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, celery, green onions, raisins, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, cayenne pepper, and curry powder. Stir until fully combined; if the mixture seems too dry, add more yogurt 1 tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  4. 4In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, rice vinegar, and honey until emulsified; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. 5Divide the chicken salad evenly into 6 airtight containers while still cool.
  6. 6Divide the cucumber and cherry tomato pieces evenly into 6 small containers or compartments, keeping them separate from the chicken salad to prevent sogginess.
  7. 7Store the dressing in a separate small container and divide evenly among the 6 portions.
  8. 8At serving time, scoop the chicken salad onto a bed of mixed greens, top with cucumber and tomato, and drizzle with the dressing.

Nutrition — Per Serving

475

calories

42g

protein

25g

fat

Carbohydrates
24g
Saturated fat
4.5g
Sodium
84 mg
Dietary fiber
2.3g

6 servings per batch · ~230g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Curried Chicken Salad Salad have per serving?

Each serving provides 42g of protein at 475 calories, with 25g fat and 24g carbs. The macro balance comes from chicken breast combined with a mayo-based dressing, creating a moderate-calorie, high-protein meal.

How long does Curried Chicken Salad Salad take to prep?

Quick prep time with 6 servings per batch makes this an efficient meal prep option that stores well in containers throughout the week. The salad components can be prepped separately and combined fresh as needed.

Is Curried Chicken Salad Salad good for muscle gain?

At 42g protein and 475 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases while keeping calories moderate for controlled surplus eating. The balanced macros make it suitable for daily protein hitting without excess caloric overflow.

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