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Bowl of creamy chicken salad with chopped celery and herbs, served fresh on a table.

Chicken Salad Recipe

This easy chicken salad recipe combines tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy dressing for a quick, flavorful meal. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups, it’s ready in just 10 minutes and easily customizable with herbs, nuts, or grapes. A classic, refreshing option for lunch or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Lunch, Salad, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups Cooked chicken Shredded or diced breast
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Or substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • ½ cup Celery Finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup Red onion Finely chopped
  • To taste — Salt & pepper
  • Optional — Parsley or dill Chopped, for added flavour
  • Optional — Grapes Halved, for sweetness
  • Optional — Sliced almonds For crunch

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl Large enough to combine everything
  • 1 Whisk or Spoon For mixing the dressing
  • 1 Knife & Cutting Board For chopping veggies
  • 1 Sharp Knife For dicing chicken, celery, onion
  • 1 Measuring Cups To measure ingredients accurately
  • 1 Spoon or Spatula For mixing everything together
  • 1 Refrigerator To chill the salad before serving

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Use rotisserie, grilled, or boiled chicken. Shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Add the chicken, chopped celery, and red onion into the bowl. Gently toss until everything is well coated.
  4. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend.
  5. Serve: Scoop into lettuce cups, sandwiches, wraps, or over a bed of greens.

Notes

    • Chicken Tip: Poaching chicken in broth adds extra flavour and keeps it juicy.
    • Dressing Swap: You can substitute half or all of the mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
    • Texture Tip: Don’t overmix leaving the chicken slightly chunky gives the salad a rustic feel.
    • Add-ins: Grapes, almonds, apples, or herbs (like dill or parsley) add texture and variety.
    • Serving Tip: Chill before serving for the best flavor and consistency.