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Mind-Blowing High Protein Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese

A scoop of creamy high protein chicken salad topped with red grapes, pecans, and dried cranberries on a white plate.
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This recipe delivers a creamy, high protein chicken salad using Greek yogurt and cottage cheese to replace mayonnaise. It is perfect for meal prep and offers over 30 grams of protein per serving for a satisfying, healthy lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth for creaminess)
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1/4 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. If using whole cottage cheese, blend it in a food processor until completely smooth. This creates the creamy base.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, blended cottage cheese, and Greek yogurt. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Add the chopped celery, halved grapes, and chopped pecans to the chicken mixture.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder.
  5. Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken and mix gently until all ingredients are incorporated.
  6. Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
  7. Cover the bowl and chill the high protein chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend.
  8. Serve this macro friendly chicken salad on low carb wraps, over greens, or with whole-grain crackers.

Notes

  • For an even higher protein count, use non-fat Greek yogurt.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture without chunks, blend the celery briefly with the cottage cheese before mixing.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prep; it stays fresh in an airtight container for up to four days.
  • To keep this recipe low carb, skip the grapes and add chopped cucumber or bell pepper instead.

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