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Green Goddess Chicken Salad with fresh herbs and creamy avocado dressing in white mixing bowl

Healthy Green Goddess Chicken Salad (High-Protein)

This Green Goddess Chicken Salad features homemade herb dressing with fresh parsley, dill, mint, and avocado combined with rotisserie chicken for a quick, protein-packed meal ready in 10 minutes. Perfect for meal prep and healthy lunches.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 480g, about 16oz
  • 1 medium avocado 150g, ripe but firm
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, non-fat 228g
  • 1 cup fresh parsley 60g
  • 1/2 cup fresh dill 4g, loosely packed
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint 12g
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 80ml, about 1 1/2 large lemons
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 30ml
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 3g, plus more to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons water optional, to thin dressing
  • green onion, red onion, or chopped cucumber optional add-ins for extra crunch

Equipment

  • Food processor or high-speed blender
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Shred your rotisserie chicken by pulsing it briefly in a food processor for 3-4 seconds, or use two forks to pull it apart by hand. Transfer the shredded chicken to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. Add all the dressing ingredients (avocado, Greek yogurt, parsley, dill, mint, spinach, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper) to your food processor or high-speed blender. Blend for 2-3 minutes, stopping once to scrape down the sides, until the mixture is completely smooth and uniformly bright green with no visible herb pieces.
  3. If the dressing seems too thick to blend smoothly, add water one tablespoon at a time while blending until it reaches a thick but pourable consistency, similar to ranch dressing.
  4. Pour the vibrant green dressing over the shredded chicken in the mixing bowl. Use a large spoon or spatula to fold everything together thoroughly, making sure every piece of chicken gets coated with the creamy dressing.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. The flavors should be bright, herby, and well-balanced.
  6. If desired, fold in optional add-ins like sliced green onions, finely diced red onion, or chopped cucumber for extra texture and crunch.
  7. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best results, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing to prevent oxidation. Enjoy in wraps, sandwiches, over salads, or with crackers.

Notes

For best results, use fresh herbs rather than dried for maximum flavor. The salad tastes even better after sitting for a few hours as the flavors meld together. You can substitute Greek yogurt with cottage cheese blended until smooth or plant-based yogurt alternatives. Store any extra dressing separately if meal prepping to prevent the salad from becoming too wet. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for the creamiest texture.