Description
This easy and creamy Chicken Salad Recipe is packed with tender chicken, crunchy celery, and a rich, tangy dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served over fresh greens, it’s a quick and versatile meal ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, chopped chicken
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 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 (optional)
- 1 cup chopped red grapes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked, chopped chicken, diced celery, green onion, and optional grapes and nuts.
- In a separate small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, seasoned salt, black pepper, and chopped dill (if using).
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently until fully coated.
- Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve chilled on sandwiches, in wraps, or over a bed of fresh greens.
Notes
- Substitute half or all of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- Lightly toast nuts before adding them for extra flavor and crunch.
- Allow cooked chicken to cool completely before mixing to prevent a watery salad.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT0M
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Healthy Recipes, Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 362mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
Keywords: Chicken Salad Recipe, Easy Chicken Salad, Best Chicken Salad Recipe, Healthy Chicken Salad, Homemade Chicken Salad, Classic Chicken Salad, Chicken Salad with Grapes