Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad
Cottage cheese chicken salad is a refreshing and protein-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Combining tender chicken with creamy cottage cheese, crisp celery, and a zesty lemon dressing, this salad offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch, it’s easy to make and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or herbs. Enjoy it chilled and let its deliciousness bring joy to your gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, chopped dill or parsley)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Boil water in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F, about 15-20 minutes.
- Cool and Shred: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate to cool for about 10 minutes. Shred using two forks.
- Prepare Veggies: While the chicken cools, chop celery and red onion into small pieces.
- Create Dressing: In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine: Fold in shredded chicken and chopped veggies until evenly coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg