Cheese Chicken Salad Recipe
A healthy and flavorful Cheese Chicken Salad combining tender baked chicken breasts with creamy low-fat cottage cheese, crisp celery, and aromatic fresh herbs. Perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying snack, this salad balances protein and freshness with a hint of tangy Dijon mustard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Salad Mix
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup chopped celery
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Bake Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken is baking, chop the celery into small pieces and finely dice the red onion. Set aside.
- Shred Chicken: Once the chicken has cooled, shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks or your hands to create the perfect texture for the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, low-fat cottage cheese, chopped celery, diced red onion, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs like dill or parsley. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well coated with the mustard and cheese, ensuring a balanced flavor throughout.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or chill for a refreshing cold salad later.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried herbs if fresh are not available, but reduce quantity as dried herbs have more concentrated flavor.
- This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice can brighten the flavor if desired.
- Use low-fat or regular cottage cheese according to your dietary preference.
- For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds as a topping before serving.
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