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Ultimate High-Protein, No-Mayo Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad (Ready in 10 Minutes)

A mound of creamy cottage cheese chicken salad mixed with celery and topped with fresh dill on a white plate.
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Make this creamy, high-protein chicken salad using cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise. It is a quick, healthy lunch or meal prep option that comes together fast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked, shredded chicken into a medium bowl.
  2. Add the cottage cheese, diced celery, minced red onion, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl.
  3. Use a fork or a hand mixer on low speed to gently combine the ingredients until the mixture is creamy but still has texture from the chicken. Do not overmix.
  4. Season the salad with black pepper and salt. Mix lightly to distribute the seasonings.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more lemon juice for tang or mustard for sharpness.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. This is a great make ahead chicken salad option.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese separately until smooth before mixing it with the chicken. This creates a very creamy protein salad base.
  • Serve this healthy chicken salad recipe on whole-grain bread for a sandwich filling idea, in lettuce wraps for a low carb option, or over fresh greens for a light dinner.
  • If you want a slightly sweeter flavor, add 1/4 cup of halved grapes or dried cranberries.

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