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Yesica Andrews

High Protein Chicken Salad: Easy and Delicious Recipe

This High Protein Chicken Salad is a delicious and nutritious choice perfect for Chicken Salad Meal Prep and Protein Salad Recipes. Loaded with crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and a creamy blend of cottage cheese and mayo, it's a satisfying option for those seeking High Protein Salads Low Carb meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 443
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts - or 1lb cooked rotisserie chicken
  • 2 teaspoons chicken seasoning - or salt
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise - plus more to taste (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 65 g grapes - quartered (24 grapes, any color)
  • 2 celery ribs - chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice - plus more to taste
  • 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

Method
 

  1. Cook chicken breasts seasoned with chicken seasoning or salt until fully cooked and let cool.
  2. Chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces or shred if using rotisserie chicken.
  3. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, cottage cheese, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  4. Add chopped celery and quartered grapes to the dressing mixture.
  5. Fold in the chopped chicken gently until well coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning or mayonnaise to your preference.
  7. Serve chilled on its own, in a wrap, or with crackers and fresh fruit.
  8. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • For a lower fat version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or use only cottage cheese. This salad is perfect for meal prep and keeps well when refrigerated.