Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe: Greek Yogurt & Cottage Cheese

Name: Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe: Greek Yogurt & Cottage Cheese
Total time: 15 mins
Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) container fat-free Greek yogurt (such as Fage®); 0.5 cup low-fat cottage cheese; 0.5 cup chopped celery; 0.5 cup diced apple; 0.25 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®); 2 tablespoons chopped onion; 2 tablespoons chopped pecans; 0.5 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1.25 cups cubed, cooked chicken; salt and ground black pepper to taste

Enjoy a healthier twist on classic chicken salad with this recipe, blending Greek yogurt and cottage cheese instead of traditional mayonnaise. This protein-rich version maintains a creamy texture and delightful flavor. The addition of apples and dried cranberries offers a sweet and tangy taste, while chopped pecans introduce a satisfying crunch to every mouthful. Perfect on crackers, croissants, in a pita, or simply enjoyed with a fork!

Total time15 mins
Prep time15 mins
Yield4

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Instructions

Gather all ingredients.
Stir Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, celery, apple, cranberries, onion, pecans, and Dijon mustard in a bowl until well combined.
Mix in chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 168 kcal
Fat Content: 6 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 10 g
Sodium Content: 248 mg
Protein Content: 15 g
Cholesterol Content: 29 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 13 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g