High Protein Chicken Egg Salad (Printable Version)

Protein-rich chicken and egg salad with fresh greens and tangy mustard dressing. Perfect for meal prep or lunch.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (14 oz)
02 - 6 large eggs

→ Salad Base

03 - 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens (2 oz)
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (3.5 oz)
05 - 1 small cucumber, diced
06 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

07 - 3 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayonnaise (1.5 oz)
08 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (1 oz)
09 - 1 tbsp olive oil (0.5 fl oz)
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice (0.5 fl oz)
11 - 1 tsp honey
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (Optional)

13 - 2 tbsp fresh chives or dill, chopped
14 - 1 avocado, sliced

# Directions:

01 - Place chicken breasts in a saucepan, cover with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until fully cooked. Remove, cool, then shred or dice.
02 - Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Transfer eggs immediately to an ice bath, peel, and chop.
03 - In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, chopped eggs, spinach or mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
04 - Whisk together Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
05 - Pour dressing over the salad mixture, tossing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
06 - Top salad with fresh chives or dill and avocado slices if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It keeps you full for hours without feeling heavy or greasy.
  • The tangy mustard dressing is bright enough to make you forget you're eating something healthy.
  • You can prep it Sunday night and eat it all week without getting bored.
02 -
  • Don't skip the ice bath for the eggs, or you'll spend ten minutes cursing at stubborn shells.
  • If your chicken is thick, butterfly it before poaching so it cooks evenly and stays tender.
  • Taste the dressing before you pour it on, a pinch more salt or lemon can completely change the vibe.
03 -
  • Season the poaching water generously with salt, it's your only chance to flavor the chicken from the inside out.
  • Let the chicken cool completely before mixing it with the greens, or the spinach will wilt and turn sad.
  • If you're making this ahead, add the avocado and herbs right before serving so they stay vibrant and fresh.
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