And just like that the holidays are over. We are all getting back to the hustle and bustle of work, school and our crazy schedules, and if you are like us, you just need quick, grab-n-go lunches throughout the week. This chicken salad will be your best friend. The portions are WAY bigger than the original version and it has LESS calories, but you know we did not sacrifice any of the flavor.
Copycat Costco Chicken Salad
Makes 6 servings
* 1 lb. cooked rotisserie-style chicken breast meat, cooled and finely shredded or chopped (454 g.)
* 1/2 c. light mayonnaise (120 g.)
* 1/2 c. fat-free Greek yogurt (127 g.)
* 2 Tbsps. white wine vinegar (30 ml.)
* 1/2 lemon, juiced (about 1 Tbsp. or 15 ml.)
* 1 tsp. salt (6 g.)
* 1/4 tsp. onion powder (0.5 g.)
* 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper (0.3 g.)
* 2 tsp. sugar (8 g.)
* 1/2 c. finely diced celery (about 70 g.)
* 1/4 c. finely diced sweet onion (about 50 g.)
Place shredded chicken in a large bowl and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, onion powder, pepper and sugar. Whisk to combine until smooth.
Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken. Add the chopped celery and onion and stir to combine.
Serve immediately, or cover and chill until you’re ready to serve.
1 serving: about 51. Oz. (145 g.)
170 calories
21P | 7F | 6C
Pre-Logged in My Fitness Pal as:
“FFC Copycat Costco Chicken Salad”
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Calling all peanut butter-aholics! These super simple PB Protein Bites will curb your craving and give you a big protein boost. Tell us, would you choose to add chocolate protein powder or are you a PB PURIST??
PB Protein Bites
Makes 15 bites
* 1 c. powdered peanut butter, such as PBfit or PB2 (104 g.)
* ¼ c. coconut flour (120 g.)
* 2 Tbsps. zero calorie brown sugar substitute, such as monkfruit or erythritol (96 g.)
* 30g. protein powder (flavor of choice; peanut butter, vanilla or chocolate all work well)
* 2 Tbsps. honey (42 g.)
* 4-5 Tbsps. Water (60-75 ml.)
In a large mixing bowl, combine powdered peanut butter, coconut flour, sweetener and protein powder. Stir to combine. Add honey and 2 Tbsps. of water at a time, continuing to mix until a thick, soft dough forms. Scoop about 2 Tbsps. (1 oz. / 30 g.) of dough and form with hands into 15 balls. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, up to 5 days.
ball:
51 calories
5P | 1F | 6C
Pre-Logged in My Fitness Pal as:
“FFC PB Protein Bites”
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The classic “BEC” Breakfast sandwich, just like you get from the diner, but better!
BEC Breakfast Sandwich
Serves 1
* 1 english muffin
* 2 slices fully cooked packaged bacon (12 g.)
* 2 egg whites (about 4 Tbsps./60 ml.)
* 1 egg
* 1 thin slice cheddar cheese (11 g.)
* Salt and pepper to taste
Spray a small skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Toast muffin, if desired and crisp bacon in microwave according to package directions; 20-30 seconds Pour egg whites and 1 whole egg into hot pan. Cover and cook, just until a white film forms over the yolk of the egg. About 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip eggs, trying not to break the yolk unless you want it cooked over-hard. Cook until yolk is cooked to desired doneness: 3-5 seconds for over-easy, 6-9 seconds for over-medium and 10-20 seconds for over-well/over-hard. Layer the cheese, cooked egg and crisped bacon onto the bottom of the muffin. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place top of the muffin on top and enjoy!
1 sandwich:
369 calories
26P | 14F | 29C
Pre-Logged in My Fitness Pal as:
“FFC BEC Breakfast Sandwich”
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