Low Carb Jalapeno Cottage Cheese Chicken (Printable)
Zesty creamy chicken with bacon, jalapeños, and cottage cheese creates a satisfying low-carb meal packed with protein.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
03 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
→ Vegetables
04 - 2-3 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
05 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
06 - 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
→ Dairy & Dressing
07 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
08 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings
10 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
11 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
13 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# How To Make:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, bacon, jalapeños, celery, green onions, and cheddar cheese.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
04 - Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
05 - Garnish with fresh parsley. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Serve chilled on lettuce leaves or as a filling for lettuce wraps.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That irresistible jalapeño popper flavor without any bread crumbs or frying
- Protein packed keeps you full for hours without the carb crash
02 -
- The cottage cheese creates small curds in the dressing that some people might notice, so blend it extra smooth if you prefer a completely uniform texture
- This salad actually improves overnight as the jalapeño flavor permeates throughout the entire mixture
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend together so much better than cold ones, so pull everything out about 20 minutes before you start
- Taste the jalapeños before adding them, as heat levels vary wildly between peppers