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Keto Jalapeno Popper Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

Keto Jalapeno Popper Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad Delight

This Keto Jalapeno Popper Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is a nutritious fusion dish packed with flavor and protein, making it perfect for a low-carb diet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Opt for baked or grilled for flavor.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Ricotta can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Celery Diced; omit if desired.
  • 1 cup Green Onions Sliced; use white parts for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with pepper jack for a spicy kick.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Jalapeno Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance.
  • 4 slices Bacon Crispy; turkey bacon for lighter option.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Jalapeno For dressing; enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 2 limes Juice Brightens flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • blender
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the chicken breast using your preferred method until fully cooked and shredded.
  2. Dice the celery, slice the green onions, and chop the jalapenos for the salad.
  3. Combine the chicken, vegetables, bacon, cottage cheese, and cheddar in a bowl.
  4. Make the dressing by blending sour cream, jalapenos, cilantro, onion powder, garlic salt, and lime juice until smooth.
  5. Toss the salad with the dressing until well coated.
  6. Serve the salad on its own, in a wrap, or on mixed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Adjust jalapeno for desired spice level.

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