Zero Point Chicken Salad

I love chicken salad, but the mayo can be a point killer. I have been making this Zero-point chicken salad for years, but have not tired of it. Finding foods that are low in points but high in protein is essential to me. Protein helps me remain full longer and also helps fuel my body for workouts.

Lunches are one of those meals for me I struggle with. I either skip it or I end up with high point meals from hitting a drive-thru. Meal prepping and having this chicken salad on hand helps to keep me on track and focused on my goals.

Why You’ll Love This High Protein Chicken Salad

• Quick and easy to prep
• Perfect for weekday lunches and snacks
• Healthy Twist on a Classic

No Mayo Chicken Salad Ingredients

• Shredded Chicken Breast– You can make this as Crockpot Shredded Chicken, or you can substitute canned chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken.
• Nonfat Greek Yogurt
• Garlic Salt
• Celery
• Red Onion
• Dijon Mustard

How To Make Chicken Salad Without Mayo

Make your shredded chicken breasts if needed, or use canned chicken. I used Crockpot Shredded Chicken to make mine; I try to make this once a week to always have zero-point chicken on hand.

Shred your chicken. Make your shredded chicken breasts if needed, or use canned chicken.

Measure out the amount of chicken you need.

These meal prep containers from Gald and a food scale are crucial to my meal prepping. This is my food scale -> here. It’s easy to reset and change the units while dishing out food or measuring.

Dice and chop your red onion and celery. You can eliminate these if you want or add more since they are zero points.

In a container, combine all the ingredients.

Spread on bread, eat as is, or eat with crackers.

Alternate Substitutions For Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Chicken– You can substitute this with shredded Turkey, if it is shredded turkey breast it will be zero points, or canned tuna.

Greek Yogurt– Swapping out with light mayo, mayonnaise, or miracle whip, but some will add points to the recipe so be sure to recalculate.

Macros For No Mayo Chicken Salad

Marcros are 128 calories, 2 grams of carbs, 3 grams of fat, and 23 grams of protein, with out any bread or crackers.

I calculated this information using a third-party tool and are meant to be a helpful reference only. Actual values will vary based on the specific ingredients, brands, and portion sizes you use.

How To Serve Weight Watchers Chicken Salad

Serve this on low-point bread (See my list of breads ->here), wrapped in lettuce, a wrap, on crackers, or just on a spoon.

What To Serve With WW Chicken Salad

I love zero-point dishes like this! I can pair up a higher-point side dish with it or have a higher-point dinner. Keeping points in check for lunch helps to maintain balance in my points and my life.

Soups: Tomato Soup, Chicken Chili, Vegetable and Ground Beef Soup, Crockpot Cabbage

Sides: Air Fryer Bacon Asparagus, Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes, Air Fryer Brussell Sprouts, Green Beans, Caesar Salad, Green Salad, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Air Fryer Broccoli, Grilled Zucchini, Grilled Corn On The Cob, Air Fryer Zucchini Chips, Crockpot Quinoa, Cole Slaw, Fresh fruit slices

Add-Ins For Skinny Chicken Salad

Remember if you add in certain toppings they will add in points or calories. Be sure to track as you add to make sure you have the correct Weight Watchers points or macros tracked.

• Almond Slices
• Relish
• Pickles
• Grapes
• Diced Apple
• Crispy Onions

How To Store Zero Point Chicken Salad

Store in the fridge for up to three days after making the salad. I store mine right in the meal prep containers when I make a batch of this. It helps to have preportioned options for lunches, snacks, and dinners. Also easy to grab when you don’t feel like making anything.

Easy Chicken Salad No Mayo Recipes

Shredded chicken breasts are my go-to recipe for an easy work lunch to prep for the week or as a snack on my healthy lifestyle journey! Protein is so important for your body, especially when you’re more active!

• Chicken Salad With Grapes And Apples
• No Mayo Chicken Salad
• Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
• Chinese Chicken Salad

A Note From Jenny

When starting any healthy lifestyle, consult a doctor to address any personal health concerns. Some things can only be addressed medically and by a professional. Blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and hormones checked at a physical before starting and at least once a year, as these all can affect an active lifestyle.

With so many different programs, such as Weight Watchers, Keto, and macros, it can be hard to know what to pick. (If you’re interested in Weight Watchers, you can sign up -> here and sign up for $10/month for 10 months.)

I personally use the app Myfitnesspal to track my food.  I use macros and focus on High Protein (calories, fat, protein, and carbohydrates) and rotate through cuts and maintenance calories. (Use a calculator like this -> here)  . I did WW for years, but now that I am more maintenance, with cuts throughout the year, and focusing on mobility with strength training. There is no right or wrong answer, as all bodies are different.