Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad
A healthy and easy-to-make chicken salad that uses cottage cheese for a lighter, yet flavorful dish, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (Greek yogurt can be a substitute for a different texture.)
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup grapes or apples, chopped (Optional.)
- 1/4 cup nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds) (Optional; experiment with different nuts for added texture.)
- Salt and pepper to taste (Taste as you go to ensure proper seasoning.)
- Lettuce leaves or bread for serving (Serve family-style for more enjoyment.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cottage cheese, celery, red onion, and any optional ingredients like grapes or nuts.
- Mix well until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve on lettuce leaves, in sandwiches, or wraps.
Notes
Store any leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 days. Stir and check seasoning before serving.