Creamy Chicken Salad
Simple, comforting, and endlessly versatile, this creamy chicken salad is a delicious way to turn pantry staples into something nourishing and crave-worthy. It's quick to prep and perfect for meal planning, lunchboxes, or light dinners.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 12 oz cooked chicken breast finely chopped
- 1/3 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup celery chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion diced
- 2 tbsp chicken broth optional
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add finely chopped chicken breast to a medium mixing bowl. Use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken.
- Add light mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, and seasoned salt. For creamier texture, stir in chicken broth if desired.
- Stir gently to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats all ingredients.
- Taste and season with freshly cracked black pepper and more salt if needed.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
- Serve in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, over salad greens, or with crackers.
Notes
This chicken salad is perfect for make-ahead lunches and quick meals. To revive after storing, stir in a small amount of mayo or yogurt. Optionally, add chopped herbs like dill or parsley for a bright, fresh twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 23gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.8mg
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