Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken Salad that's Perfect for Meal Prep

This Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken Salad packs nostalgia and high-protein goodness, making it ideal for meal prep.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken Salad

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or poached chicken breasts
½ cup plain Greek yogurt healthier alternative to mayo
¼ cup mayonnaise adjust according to taste
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard substitute with yellow mustard if needed
2 tablespoons grainy mustard whole-grain or old-style recommended
2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can be used as alternative
1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar for a twist
to taste salt adjust as per preference

For Serving (Optional)

4 slices toasted sourdough for sandwich base
4 leaves butter lettuce for wrapped option
1 cup crackers for grab-and-go snack

Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, grainy mustard, honey, and lemon juice until smooth.
Season the dressing with salt to taste, adjusting as necessary.
Fold in the shredded rotisserie chicken until evenly coated.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is meal prep friendly and full of flavor. It's great served on sandwiches, wrapped, or on its own.

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