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Classic Chicken Salad Recipe

4.6 from 62 reviews

A classic chicken salad recipe featuring tender cooked chicken mixed with creamy mayonnaise, crisp celery, and fresh herbs. Perfect for sandwiches or served over leafy greens for a light meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chopped chicken (or shredded chicken)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 rib celery, diced
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt (more to taste)
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill (or ¼ teaspoon dried dill, optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the cooked chicken, mayonnaise, diced celery, sliced green onion, Dijon mustard, seasoned salt, black pepper, and chopped dill if using. Mix well to combine all the flavors evenly.
  2. Season to Taste: Taste the chicken salad mixture and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or pepper according to your preference.
  3. Serve: Serve the chicken salad as a sandwich filling or spoon it over fresh salad greens for a wholesome meal or snack.

Notes

  • Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • For a lighter version, substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • Add chopped nuts or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.
  • Keep the chicken salad refrigerated and consume within 3 days.

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