Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad
Cottage cheese chicken salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken with creamy cottage cheese and crisp vegetables. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner, this salad offers a delightful burst of flavor, all while being easy to prepare. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Enjoy it solo or in lettuce wraps for a fun twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup fresh celery, chopped
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Let cool.
- 2. Chop the cooled chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- 3. Add chopped celery and red onion to the bowl.
- 4. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth, then add to the chicken mixture.
- 5. Stir in fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 6. Serve immediately over greens or chill for one hour to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg