Description
Creamy and high-protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad made with tender chicken, cottage cheese, and fresh veggies. A low-carb, keto-friendly meal perfect for lunch or meal prep! Ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for a richer taste)
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup cucumber, diced (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Add shredded chicken, celery, red onion, cucumber, and fresh herbs to the bowl.
- Mix everything until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve chilled as a salad, in a sandwich, or wrapped in lettuce for a low-carb option.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Swap Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a richer taste.
- Add nuts like almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.
- Serve with whole-grain bread, in a wrap, or over greens for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, High-Protein Meal, Lunch
- Method: no cook, mixing
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
Keywords: cottage cheese chicken salad, high-protein chicken salad, low-carb salad recipe, healthy chicken salad, keto chicken salad