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Classic Chicken Salad

Classic Chicken Salad: Quick, Creamy, and Totally Customizable

Enjoy a Classic Chicken Salad that's quick, creamy, and totally customizable, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded, can substitute with rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Diced Celery Can substitute with finely chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup Diced Red Onion Or shallots
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Green Onions Chives can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Vinegar can substitute if lemon is unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use less if using table salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper can be a milder alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the tender, shredded cooked chicken along with mayonnaise, diced celery, and diced red onion. Stir in sliced green onions, Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  2. Gently mix all the ingredients until evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
  3. Taste and sprinkle in kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper according to your preference.
  4. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed for balanced flavors.

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