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Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad: A Protein-Packed Delight

Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is a protein-packed dish that is gluten-free and low-carb, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese or full-fat for richer flavor
  • 1 cup Rotisserie Chicken, chopped or grilled chicken breasts if preferred
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard or regular/spicy brown mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onions/onion flakes
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup Jarred Banana Peppers, diced or pickled jalapeños
  • 1 stick Celery, diced or carrots/cucumbers
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion, diced or white onion
  • 1 Green Onion, thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, combine cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until creamy and smooth.
  2. Chop the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to a mixing bowl.
  3. Add diced banana peppers, diced celery, diced red onion, and sliced green onion to the chicken.
  4. Pour the creamy cottage cheese mixture into the bowl with chicken and vegetables. Gently fold to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as desired. Optionally, add a splash of lemon juice.
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 38gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, blend cottage cheese thoroughly. Adjust seasonings as desired. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor.

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