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Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

A healthy and delicious meal combining tender chicken, creamy cottage cheese, and crunchy vegetables, perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 0.5 cup finely diced red onion
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place seasoned chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked. Allow cooling for 5 minutes.
  3. While the chicken bakes, chop the celery and red onion.
  4. Shred the cooled chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cottage cheese, celery, onion, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs. Stir until well-coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Add extra cottage cheese or lemon juice to refresh it if it thickens. For added flavor and convenience, use grilled or rotisserie chicken.