Description
A delightful and easy-to-make Ultimate Chicken Salad recipe that is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick meal or snack. Packed with tender chicken, crunchy celery, and a blend of creamy dressing, this salad is versatile and delicious.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Salad:
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped pecans or sliced grapes for added texture and flavor
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare the dressing: Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Add the ingredients: Mix in the diced chicken, celery, red onion, and parsley. Ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Optional: Gently fold in chopped pecans or grapes for extra texture.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy on sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works great and saves time.
- You can adjust the mayo and yogurt ratio to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
