Healthy High-Protein Chicken Salad

High-Protein Chicken Salad Recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 6 thin slices of chicken breast

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Air-Fried Chickpeas:

• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and dried

1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

For the Salad:

• 1 English cucumber, cube sliced

• 1/2 red onion, diced or thinly sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 avocado, sliced

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Salad Dressing:

• 1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 3-4 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Cook the Chickpeas:

• Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

• Toss the chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• Place in the air fryer and cook for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes until crispy. Set aside to cool.

2. Cook the Chicken:

• Rub the chicken slices with olive oil and season with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

• Place the chicken slices in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) and cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Once done, slice the chicken into strips.

3. Prepare the Dressing:

• In a small bowl, blend the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Assemble the Salad:

• In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, red onion, red bell pepper, and diced avocado.

• Add the crispy chickpeas and sliced chicken on top.

• Drizzle the yogurt dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.

5. Serve:

• Divide into portions and serve immediately for a fresh, high-protein meal.

This salad is packed with lean protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables, making it a delicious and balanced option!