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Creamy Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Hannah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

This Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is a delicious low-carb option packed with creamy cottage cheese and shredded chicken. Enhanced with fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika, it offers a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. The salad is blended to creamy perfection and chilled to meld the fresh ingredients, delivering a restaurant-quality texture and taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 cups shredded chicken (about 2 cans, 5 oz each, or freshly cooked and shredded)
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • A splash of milk (optional, to help blend)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the creamy dressing: In a blender or food processor, add the cottage cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If needed, add a splash of milk to help achieve a smooth consistency.
  2. Prepare the chicken and vegetables: Drain the canned chicken thoroughly if using canned, or use pre-cooked shredded chicken. Dice the celery stalks and red onion into uniform small pieces. Chop the fresh dill finely.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, diced celery, red onion, and chopped dill. Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture over the ingredients and stir well until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Chill the salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld perfectly and enhances the texture for a refreshing taste experience.

Notes

  • Blend for creaminess: Processing the cottage cheese until smooth creates a restaurant-quality texture that’s much more appealing than leaving it chunky.
  • Drain chicken thoroughly: Pat canned chicken dry with paper towels to prevent the salad from becoming watery and diluted.
  • Dice vegetables uniformly: Ensures every bite has a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
  • Chill before serving: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and improve taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Find it online: https://cookesrecipes.com/creamy-cottage-cheese-chicken-salad-recipe/