Description
A classic and easy-to-make Chicken Salad perfect for a light lunch or sandwich filling. This recipe features tender cooked chicken breasts combined with fresh celery, green onions, parsley, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing with a hint of lemon for brightness.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
- 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
For Serving
- Bread slices or lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken and Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked diced chicken breasts. Pour fresh lemon juice over the chicken to add brightness and prevent dryness. Add diced celery, chopped green onions, and finely chopped fresh parsley for texture and flavor.
- Add Dressing and Seasonings: Stir in mayonnaise and dijon mustard to create a creamy dressing that coats all ingredients well. Add lemon zest for extra citrus flavor, then season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the chicken salad immediately as a filling for bread slices or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option. Alternatively, cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 day to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Red onion can be substituted for green onions if a stronger flavor is desired.
- Use light mayonnaise for a lighter option, or substitute 1/4 cup of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt to reduce fat and add protein.
- Add fresh fruit such as 1 diced apple or 1 cup halved grapes to the salad for a sweet contrast.
- Delicious sandwich toppings include lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, and sliced avocados.
- Nutrition information reflects the chicken salad only and does not include bread or additional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
