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Easy Classic Chicken Salad Recipe

Creamy, tangy, and loaded with tender chicken and satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes—perfect for sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or meal prep all week long.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Chicken Salad
  • 4 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced; rotisserie chicken works great
  • 1 cup mayonnaise full-fat recommended; sub up to half with plain Greek yogurt for lighter version
  • 1/2 cup celery diced to 1/4-inch
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced; or substitute shallots for a milder flavor
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced; or substitute chives
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp lemon juice fresh squeezed
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper plus more to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, add the chicken, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, green onions, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, mixing well until the desired consistency is reached.
  2. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as needed. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Serve on sandwiches, croissants, wraps, lettuce cups, or with crackers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal

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