Description
Chicken Salad is a classic and versatile dish made with tender cooked chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens for a light lunch or picnic favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves, bread, or crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, celery, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve chilled on lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover roast chicken for convenience.
- For a healthier version, substitute Greek yogurt for part or all of the mayonnaise.
- Add-ins like grapes, apples, or nuts can add texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg