Description
This High Protein Chicken Salad is a delicious and nutritious option perfect for quick lunches or meal prep. With over 40 grams of protein per serving, it features tender chicken breast, crunchy celery, and sweet grapes, all enveloped in a creamy dressing made from cottage cheese and mayonnaise. This versatile dish can be enjoyed on its own, wrapped in a tortilla, or served with crackers for a satisfying meal that fits any occasion. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for busy days when you want to maintain a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 1 lb cooked rotisserie chicken)
- 2 teaspoons chicken seasoning (or salt)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 65 g grapes (quartered)
- 2 celery ribs (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by boiling it in salted water for about 20 minutes until tender. Alternatively, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
- While the chicken cooks, blend the cottage cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with the blended dressing and remaining ingredients. Mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving or enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 110mg