Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers
Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for any meal. This high-protein salad features creamy cottage cheese blended with zesty banana peppers and tender rotisserie chicken, creating a satisfying and nutritious option that will delight your taste buds. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or as a refreshing lunch. Enjoy it on its own, in a wrap, or atop greens for a light yet fulfilling meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rotisserie chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese, blended smooth
- 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 cottage cheese with Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the blended mixture with chopped chicken, banana peppers, red onion, celery, and green onion. Mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg