Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Recipe
This Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Recipe delivers 35g protein and 504 calories per serving in a cold, portable format. Four servings assemble in 25 minutes, holding well in containers for grab-and-go lunches through the week. Built for lifters who need structured meal prep that doesn't require reheating and supports consistent protein intake.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •2 tablespoons water
- •Parsley, Fresh(30g)
- •Garlic(10g)
- •Thyme, Dried(5g)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper (or to taste)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Lettuce, Romaine(960g)
- •Avocado
- •Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(227g)
- •Tomato, Cherry(240g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bacon(60g)
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Whisk together all of the marinade/dressing ingredients in a large jug. Pour out half of the marinade into a large, shallow dish. Refrigerate the remaining marinade to use as the dressing later.
- 2Add the chicken to the marinade in the bowl; marinade chicken for 15-30 minutes (or up to two hours in the refrigerator if time allows). While waiting for the chicken, prepare all of the salad ingredients and mix in a large salad bowl.
- 3Once chicken is ready, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until browned and completely cooked through (about 7 minutes per side, depending on thickness).
- 4Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes; slice and arrange over salad. Drizzle salad with the remaining UNTOUCHED dressing. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition — Per Serving
504
calories
35g
protein
35g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 16g
- Saturated fat
- 12.5g
- Sodium
- 858 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 6.6g
4 servings per batch · ~519g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Recipe have per serving?
Each serving provides 35g of protein and 504 calories with 35g fat and 16g carbs. The fat content is notably elevated due to the mayo-based salad binding, which adds satiety alongside the protein.
How long does Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Recipe take to prep?
Quick prep yields 4 servings on the stovetop, with the salad format allowing fast assembly once chicken is cooked. This works well for grab-and-go lunch prep throughout the week.
Is Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Recipe good for fat loss?
At 504 calories per serving with 35g fat, this recipe leans higher in calories than lean protein options, making it better suited for maintenance or muscle gain phases. If targeting fat loss, use smaller portions (2-3 oz) as a flavor-forward topping on greens rather than a full-serving meal.
