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Ultimate High-Protein, No-Mayo Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

A white bowl filled with creamy cottage cheese chicken salad mixed with chopped celery and red onion.
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Make this creamy, high-protein chicken salad using cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise. It is quick to prepare and excellent for meal prepping healthy lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped grapes or sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked, shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the cottage cheese, chopped celery, and chopped red onion to the bowl.
  3. Stir in the Dijon mustard, dried dill, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix all ingredients together until the salad is evenly combined and creamy.
  5. If using, fold in the optional grapes or almonds.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese briefly in a food processor before mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • Serve this high protein chicken salad on lettuce wraps for a low carb option, or use it as a healthy sandwich filling.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep; store it in an airtight container for up to four days.

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