Chicken Salad Recipe
User Reviews
3.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
324 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Salad Recipe
Description
This Chicken Salad Recipe features cooked chicken, preferably rotisserie, diced and mixed with mayonnaise, finely chopped celery and green onion, lemon juice, and kosher salt. The salad is mixed well, then chilled to allow the salt to dissolve and flavors to meld. Optional black pepper can be added to taste.
The salad has a creamy texture balanced with the crunch of celery and mild pungency from green onions and lemon, making it a versatile spread. It is traditionally served on sliced bread or croissants, but can also be used as a filling for lettuce wraps if a low-carb option is desired.
Chicken salad keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. This basic salad can be customized by adding nuts, fruits like grapes or apples, different seasonings such as onion powder or Worcestershire sauce, and fresh herbs like parsley or dill to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken I like to use rotisserie chicken, cooked, diced
- 1/2 /2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 /2 cup celery finely chopped
- 1/3 /3 cup green onion sliced
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon kosher salt (more to taste)
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and combine well. The salt will need about 30 minutes to dissolve. Add more salt if needed and add pepper to taste. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Serve on sliced bread or croissants. For a low-carb version serve as lettuce wraps or all alone.
Notes
- Store chicken salad in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 5 days for best freshness.
- Add nuts such as cashews, almonds, pecans, or walnuts to enhance texture and flavor.
- Incorporate fruits like sliced grapes, dried cranberries, or diced apples for sweetness and crunch.
- Season with onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, or seasoning blends to customize taste.
- Fresh herbs like chopped parsley or dill brighten the flavor and add a fresh note.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 324 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 324kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 84mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 610mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 480mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 192IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.8
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