Healthy Chicken Salad with Cottage Cheese
A delicious and nutritious dish packed with protein and fresh ingredients, perfect for a light meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces Chicken – Precooked (Canned or Rotisserie) Shredded or broken up
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (Light/Low Fat if desired) Adjust based on taste preference
- 1/2 cup Onion – Chopped
- 1 cup Celery – Chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 cup Nuts – Crushed (e.g., Walnuts)
- 2 tablespoons Cranberries – Dried
- 1 piece Apple – Chopped
- 1/2 cup Grapes – Sliced
Instructions
Preparation
- Shred or break up your precooked Chicken into a bowl.
- Chop up all of your fruits and vegetables.
- Add all of your ingredients aside from your Chicken into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix everything together.
- Add and mix in your Chicken.
Notes
Serve on a bed of leafy greens, in a sandwich, or in a wrap. Garnish with fresh herbs or additional nuts for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.