Here’s a classic Chicken Salad recipe—creamy, flavorful, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light meal.
🥗 Classic Chicken Salad
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works well)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for a tangy kick)
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional mix-ins:
- ¼ cup grapes, halved
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- 1 tsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or tarragon)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Ingredients
- Dice or shred the cooked chicken.
- Chop celery, onion, and any optional mix-ins.
2️⃣ Make the Dressing
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until smooth.
3️⃣ Combine
- Add chicken, celery, onion, and any optional mix-ins to the dressing.
- Stir gently until everything is coated evenly.
4️⃣ Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve on sandwiches, wraps, in a lettuce cup, or with crackers.
🥗 Tips & Variations
- Healthier version: Substitute Greek yogurt for part or all of the mayonnaise.
- Crunchy twist: Add diced apples or water chestnuts.
- Spicy version: Mix in a little hot sauce or paprika.
- Meal prep: Stores in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.
If you want, I can also give a creamy avocado chicken salad version that’s dairy-free and extra rich in flavor.
Do you want me to do that?
