Chicken Salad Recipe
This chicken salad recipe is a classic, refreshing, and easy make-ahead dish. It’s made with tender cooked chicken, crisp celery, tangy dressing, and fresh herbs. Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or scooping straight from the bowl!
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 celery stalks finely chopped
- 2 green onions sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: In a large bowl, add your cooked chicken.
- Mix the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the chicken. Add chopped celery, green onions, and fresh herbs. Stir gently to combine.
- Season: Taste and add salt and black pepper as needed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve: Scoop onto bread, croissants, crackers, or lettuce wraps. Enjoy!
Notes
- Leftover rotisserie chicken makes this extra easy!
- For added crunch, toss in chopped apples or toasted pecans.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Lighten it up by swapping some or all mayo for Greek yogurt.