High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad
This high-protein buffalo chicken salad is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for easy lunches or meal prep. Instead of mayo, it uses a blend of cottage cheese and Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed base that still delivers that classic buffalo-ranch vibe. It comes together in minutes and can be served as a salad, wrap, or dip.
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Ingredients:
• 3 cans chicken breast (12.5 oz each, drained)
• ⅓ cup cottage cheese, blended
• ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
• 1 ranch seasoning packet
• Celery, diced
• Shredded carrots
• Green onion, diced
• Pickled red onion (for topping)
• Bolthouse Farms Greek Yogurt Ranch (drizzle)
Directions:
Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth to create a creamy base.
In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, and ranch seasoning.
Add the drained chicken breast and mix until evenly coated.
Fold in diced celery, shredded carrots, and green onion.
Finish with pickled red onion and a light drizzle of Bolthouse Greek Yogurt Ranch before serving.
How to Serve:
Over chopped romaine or mixed greens
In a wrap or pita
With crackers or celery sticks as a dip
Meal-prepped for quick, high-protein lunches
Meal Prep & Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge
Add toppings (pickled onions, ranch drizzle) just before serving for best texture
Easily scale portions depending on hunger or macro needs
Macros (per serving):
4 servings → ~235–245 cals | ~46–48g protein
