Classic Chicken Salad

This creamy and fresh Classic Chicken Salad is perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or simple lunches. It's a nostalgic favorite made with tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a tangy herb dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Chill Time 1

Total Time 15

Course Lunch, Meal Prep, Salad

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

Large Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spatula or Spoon
Knife
Cutting board

Ingredients

For the Salad

4.5 cups cooked shredded chicken poached or rotisserie
2 scallions thinly sliced
2 stalks celery diced
1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

For the Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 tsp mustard optional but recommended
1/2 tsp salt or to taste
1/2 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard (if using), salt, sugar, and pepper until smooth.
Add the shredded chicken, scallions, celery, dill, and parsley. Gently fold to combine without mashing the chicken.
Taste and adjust seasonings—add more lemon juice, salt, or herbs if desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and the salad chill.
Serve cold on sandwiches, in wraps, over salad greens, or in lettuce cups.
Optional: Add halved grapes, diced apples, or toasted nuts for extra texture and flavor.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for part of the mayo. Store in the fridge and enjoy within 3–4 days. Add mix-ins just before serving to keep them fresh.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 26gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 340mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.9mg

Keyword chicken salad, Easy Lunch, no cook, Rotisserie Chicken

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