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Healthy Chicken Salad: A Delicious, Protein-Packed Recipe

This healthy chicken salad is a nutritious and delicious alternative to traditional creamy chicken salads. Made with fat-free Greek yogurt and low-fat cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise, it offers a creamy texture while being higher in protein. Sweet and tart apples and dried cranberries add a burst of flavor, while chopped pecans provide a satisfying crunch. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal, it can be served on crackers, croissants, or in pitas. A versatile and light dish that’s sure to please!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 (6 ounce) container fat-free Greek yogurt (such as Fage®)
  • ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • ½ cup diced apple
  • ¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
  • ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 ¼ cups cubed, cooked chicken
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. Stir Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, celery, apple, cranberries, onion, pecans, and Dijon mustard in a bowl until well combined.

  3. Mix in chicken. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Enjoy!

  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 168 per serving