Description
This Chicken Salad Recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Made with tender chunks of cooked chicken, creamy mayonnaise, and a blend of flavorful ingredients, this salad is versatile and can be enjoyed in sandwiches, wraps, or on its own. Customize it with your favorite add-ins for a personalized touch!
Ingredients
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Cooked Chicken Salad:
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or halved grapes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Add the chopped chicken and toss everything together until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If using, fold in nuts or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Serve on bread, lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
Stir in the celery, red onion, and parsley.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works great in this recipe for convenience.
- You can lighten it up by using half Greek yogurt and half mayonnaise.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
