Chicken Salad Lettuce Cups with Cottage Cheese | CookOS

Chicken Salad Lettuce Cups

Name: Chicken Salad Lettuce Cups with Cottage Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 1/2 cup cottage cheese; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 stalk celery, finely diced; 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced; salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Lettuce cups, for serving

Chicken Salad Lettuce Cups combine shredded chicken with a creamy cottage cheese and mayonnaise base, served in crisp lettuce leaves for a light, low-carb lunch that comes together in under 10 minutes.

🌍American 🏷️Chicken salad 🏷️Lettuce cups 🏷️Cottage cheese 🏷️Lunch

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Total

10 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

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Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 stalk celery, finely diced
2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Lettuce cups, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, shred your cooked chicken. If the shreds are too long, use kitchen shears to chop them into smaller, bite-sized pieces.
2
Add the cottage cheese and mayonnaise to the bowl with the chicken.
3
Add the finely diced celery and red onion.
4
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking.
5
Stir everything together until well combined.
6
Serve scoops of the chicken salad in lettuce cups.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Shred the chicken while still warm for easier, more uniform pieces that blend better with the creamy dressing.
Dice the celery and red onion finely so they distribute evenly throughout and don't overpower each bite.
Chill the assembled lettuce cups for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and keep the lettuce crisp.
Taste and adjust seasoning just before serving, as salt draws moisture from lettuce and can make leaves wilt quickly.

Substitutions

Mayonnaise → Greek yogurt or sour cream (use 1/4 cup mayo + 1/4 cup yogurt for creaminess with less fat)
Red onion → shallots or white onion (for milder flavor)
Celery → diced apple or water chestnuts (for crunch and sweetness)
Lettuce cups → whole grain wraps or endive leaves (if lettuce cups aren't available)

Storage & make-ahead

Store the chicken salad (without lettuce) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble lettuce cups just before eating to prevent wilting.

Common Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Mix the chicken salad and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the lettuce cups just before serving to keep them crisp.

What type of lettuce works best?

Butter lettuce, romaine, or iceberg lettuce leaves work best. Choose large, sturdy leaves that hold the filling without tearing.

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise?

Yes. Replace some or all of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt for a tangier, lighter version, though it will be less creamy.

How do I shred cooked chicken easily?

Use two forks to pull the chicken apart while it's still warm, or use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on low speed for quick, even shredding.