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Keto Jalapeno Popper Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

A creamy and flavorful dish that combines shredded chicken breast with cottage cheese, jalapeños, crispy bacon, and a blend of fresh vegetables, perfect for a ketogenic diet.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large Chicken Breast Choose a fresh breast for best flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Cottage Cheese Adds creaminess and protein to the dish.
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced for a crunchy texture contrast.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced to bring freshness and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Offers rich, cheesy goodness.
  • 3 tbsp Chopped Fresh Jalapeno Adds spice and zest to the salad.
  • 5 slices Bacon Cooked and crumbled to provide a smoky, savory element.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Enhances creaminess and tanginess.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Jalapeno For an extra kick of heat.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Introduces a refreshing herbal note.
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder Adds depth to the flavor profile.
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt Infuses a savory punch throughout the dish.
  • 2 limes Juice Brightens up all the flavors beautifully.

Method
 

  1. Cook chicken breast based on your preference, whether baked, boiled, or grilled. Once cooked through, shred and chop into small pieces, then set aside to cool.
  2. Chop celery stalks, green onions, and jalapenos finely to ensure they mix well into the salad.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with diced celery, sliced green onions, chopped jalapenos, crumbled bacon, cottage cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir everything together until evenly mixed.
  4. In a food processor or blender, combine all of the dressing ingredients such as sour cream, additional chopped jalapenos, cilantro, onion powder, garlic salt, and lime juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the jalapeno dressing over the salad mixture in your large bowl and toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is coated.
  6. You can serve this flavorful keto chicken salad over fresh salad greens or on keto bread for a hearty meal option that satisfies cravings while sticking to your diet!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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