Description
A creamy, high-protein ranch chicken salad made with a cottage cheese-based dressing, ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, lunches, and healthy snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
2 stalks celery (finely diced)
¼ cup filtered milk
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar/lemon juice)
2 cups cottage cheese
1–2 cloves garlic (1 large clove)
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
Instructions
- Add all ranch dressing ingredients (cottage cheese, milk, vinegar, garlic, parsley, chives, dill, onion powder, pepper, salt) to a jar. Blend with an immersion blender until silky smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and diced celery.
- Pour the blended ranch dressing over the chicken and celery. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if desired. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- A food processor or high-speed blender can be used for the dressing, but an immersion blender minimizes dishes.
- Flavor improves after resting in the fridge. Ideal for make-ahead meal prep.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 254 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 699 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 39 g