Hello, foodie friends! If you're searching for the perfect chicken salad recipe that is creamy, flavorful, and incredibly simple to whip up, you've found it. This classic recipe is a go-to for quick lunches, picnics, or light dinners, perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or just enjoying with a fork!
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 0 minutes (using pre-cooked chicken)
- Servings: 4-6
Shop Key Ingredients
- High Quality Mayonnaise
- Classic Dijon Mustard
- Celery Salt
Full Recipe Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (a rotisserie chicken works perfectly!)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add your shredded or cubed cooked chicken. This is the perfect base for our creamy salad.
- Add the finely chopped celery and red onion to the bowl with the chicken. This step adds the essential crunch and a bit of zesty flavor.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and completely combined.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken mixture. Add the chopped fresh dill or parsley, then gently fold everything together with a spatula until the chicken is evenly coated.
- For the absolute best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows all the delicious flavors to meld together perfectly. Serve on your favorite bread, with crackers, or over a bed of fresh greens.
