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Keto Jalapeno Popper Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

A creamy and spicy chicken salad that combines the flavors of jalapeno poppers with the health benefits of cottage cheese, perfect for a keto diet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat preferred
Vegetables and Spices
  • 2 medium jalapenos seeded and diced
  • 1 cup green onions sliced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Creamy Dressing
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise preferably avocado oil-based
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup bacon bits optional

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken and cottage cheese.
  2. Add the diced jalapenos, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and lime juice until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
  5. If desired, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
Serve
  1. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
  2. Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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