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High Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

A creamy and crunchy chicken salad that's packed with protein, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Use low-fat or full-fat based on preference
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 1/2 cup grapes, halved Optional, for added sweetness
  • 1/4 cup diced celery For crunchiness
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion Adds flavor
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Adds a zesty flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to preference
  • as needed Greens for serving or low-carb crunchy veggies Serve over greens for a healthy meal

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, shredded chicken, grapes, celery, and red onion.
  2. Add mustard, salt, and pepper, and mix well to combine.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken salad over a bed of greens, in a wrap, or on its own with crunchy veggies.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh within 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container. For meal prep, keep the salad separate from the greens until serving.