Description
This High-Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Packed with lean chicken breast and creamy cottage cheese, it offers a great balance of protein and fresh herbs, making it both satisfying and healthy. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is easy to prepare and can be served on its own or as a sandwich filling.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 1.25 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 scallions (green onions), finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend the Cottage Cheese: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Blend these ingredients together until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency, which will serve as the flavorful base for the chicken salad.
- Mix the Ingredients: Add the shredded or chopped cooked chicken breast to the blended cottage cheese mixture. Stir well to thoroughly coat the chicken with the creamy dressing.
- Add Fresh Vegetables and Herbs: Incorporate the finely chopped scallions, celery stalks, and fresh dill into the chicken mixture. These ingredients add a fresh crunch and vibrant flavor to the salad.
- Season to Taste: Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the salad. Mix thoroughly and adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your taste preferences.
- Chill for Best Flavor: Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, enhancing the overall taste.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the chicken salad chilled as a standalone dish, on a bed of greens, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy this high-protein, flavorful salad anytime you need a quick and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh dill with parsley or cilantro if preferred.
- For added creaminess, a tablespoon of Greek yogurt can be mixed in with the cottage cheese.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking the chicken breast.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your preference.
