Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1-2 jalapeños, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Start by shredding or dicing your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, cottage cheese, and softened cream cheese. Stir until well mixed.
- Add heat and flavor: Fold in your diced jalapeños and chopped green onions. Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix gently to combine.
- Herb it up: Add your fresh herbs and mix just until incorporated.
- Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste the salad. This is the moment to tweak the flavors.
- Chill and serve: For the best flavors, let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Adjust spice levels as needed. Use fresh jalapeños, removing seeds for a milder taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein, Low Carb