Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers
Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers is a delightful, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for any meal. This vibrant salad combines tender rotisserie chicken with creamy cottage cheese and zesty banana peppers, resulting in a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. It’s quick to prepare—ideal for busy weekdays or as a refreshing option for lunch gatherings. High in protein and low in carbs, this salad is not only nutritious but also versatile. Customize it with your favorite veggies or herbs for an added personal touch. Whether served on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or stuffed into an avocado, this Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rotisserie chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup jarred banana peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese with Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the blended mixture with chopped rotisserie chicken, diced banana peppers, red onion, celery, and green onion.
- Stir until well mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg