Description
A classic and refreshing chicken salad recipe featuring tender diced chicken breasts mixed with crisp celery, green onions, fresh parsley, and a creamy mayonnaise and Dijon mustard dressing. Perfect for sandwiches or served on lettuce leaves for a light meal or snack.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked diced chicken breasts, cold
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup diced celery (about 2 small stalks)
- 1/3 cup chopped green onions (about 2)
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3/4 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Serving Suggestions
- Bread slices or lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Add the cold, cooked diced chicken breasts into a large mixing bowl.
- Add Lemon Juice: Pour the fresh lemon juice over the chicken to add brightness and help tenderize the mixture.
- Mix Vegetables and Herbs: Add the diced celery, chopped green onions, and finely chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the chicken and lemon juice.
- Add Dressing: Stir in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest until the chicken mixture is evenly coated.
- Season: Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the chicken salad immediately on bread slices or lettuce leaves as desired, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Substitute red onion for green onions if you prefer a stronger onion flavor.
- Use light mayonnaise or replace 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- Add fresh fruit such as 1 diced apple or 1 cup halved grapes to the salad for a sweet and fresh twist.
- Delicious sandwich toppings include lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, and sliced avocados.
- Nutrition information pertains to the chicken salad only, excluding bread and extra toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
