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Cheese Chicken Salad Recipe

Cheese Chicken Salad Recipe
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A flavorful and creamy Cheese Chicken Salad that combines shredded chicken breast, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, fresh vegetables, and a spicy jalapeno dressing for a satisfying and protein-packed meal.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 large Chicken Breast
  • 3/4 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 2 Celery Stalks, diced
  • 2 Green Onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 3 tbsp Chopped Fresh Jalapeno
  • 5 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Jalapeno
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt
  • Juice of 2 Limes

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Cook the chicken breast using your preferred method such as baking, boiling, or grilling until it is fully cooked through. Allow it to cool, then shred and chop it into small pieces.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Dice the celery stalks, slice the green onions, and chop fresh jalapenos finely to add freshness and a spicy kick to your salad.
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, diced celery, sliced green onions, chopped jalapenos, cooked and crumbled bacon, cottage cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir everything well to unite the flavors.
  4. Make the Dressing: In a food processor or blender, blend the sour cream, chopped jalapenos, fresh cilantro, onion powder, garlic salt, and lime juice until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
  5. Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the jalapeno dressing over the mixed salad ingredients and toss thoroughly ensuring every bite is coated with the flavorful dressing.
  6. Serve: Enjoy the salad on top of fresh salad greens, as a filling inside keto-friendly bread, or simply on its own as a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • You can cook the chicken breast by boiling, grilling, or baking depending on your preference.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the heat level of the salad and dressing.
  • This salad can be served chilled and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • For a dairy-free alternative, substitute cottage cheese and sour cream with plant-based options.
  • Bacon adds a smoky flavor but can be omitted or replaced by turkey bacon for a leaner version.
  • Serve over mixed greens for added crunch and nutrition or in keto bread for a low-carb option.

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