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Classic Chicken Salad

Classic Chicken Salad: Quick, Easy & Deliciously Customizable

Classic Chicken Salad is a quick and easy dish to elevate any meal, perfect for using leftover chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute for Greek yogurt.
  • 1 cup Diced Celery Can replace with diced cucumber.
  • 1/4 cup Diced Red Onion Shallots can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Green Onions Chives can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard is an option.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Vinegar can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce amount if using table salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground pepper is preferred.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Diced Apples or Grapes For a touch of sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (Almonds/Pecans) Can substitute with seeds.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Dill/Tarragon) Experiment with your favorites.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Classic Chicken Salad. Dice the cooked chicken, celery, and red onion into bite-sized pieces, and slice the green onions.
  2. Combine the diced chicken, celery, and red onion in a large mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste. Fold the mixture together until evenly coated.
  3. Add the sliced green onions to the mixture and carefully fold them into the salad.
  4. Taste and adjust the consistency by adding more mayonnaise if desired. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad rest before serving to allow flavors to meld together. Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste and texture.

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