Classic Chicken Salad
🕒 Total Time: 15 min (plus 30 min chilling, optional)
🍽️ Servings: 4-6
💰 Cost: Economical
This versatile and flavorful chicken salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light salad topping, combining creamy, crunchy, and tangy elements for a timeless dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (adjust to preference)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (or dill)
- ¼ cup chopped toasted almonds or pecans (optional)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or halved grapes (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop cooked chicken, celery, red onion, and parsley.
- Make Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream (if using), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble Salad: Add chicken, celery, red onion, parsley, and optional ingredients (nuts, cranberries, or grapes) to the dressing. Mix until evenly coated.
- Chill (Optional): Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy on bread, croissants, wraps, or over salad greens.
Tips
- Flavor Boost: Use a mix of white and dark chicken meat for richer flavor. Add a pinch of paprika or garlic powder for extra depth.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with the oven-roasted potatoes (from your WW recipe) for a hearty meal or serve with a side of fresh veggies for a lighter option.
Enjoy this fresh, customizable classic! 🥗🍗
