Of all the summer salads, a classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck!
Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!
Keep this chicken salad recipe on hand for last-minute sandwiches, or serve it over a bed of lettuce or with a side ofpasta salad and corn on the cob!
Ingredients in Chicken Salad
- Chicken – Use leftover chicken from last night’s dinner or rotisserie chicken. Even leftover grilled chicken works well. Canned chicken can be used, but fresh is preferred.
- Add-ins – As this is a classic chicken salad recipe, I’ve kept the additions to a minimum. Celery for crunch, green onions for flavor.
- Dressing – Mayonnaise and simple seasonings are all that is needed for the dressing in this recipe.
Change the flavor by adding dill or other fresh herbs. and replace some of the mayo for Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, or your add your favorite salad dressing.
How To Prepare Chicken for Chicken Salad
I most often use rotisserie chicken as it’s already cooked and just needs to be shredded or chopped.
You can also bake chicken breasts or thighs. Once cooked, cool the chicken and shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces. Leftover chicken from almost any recipe can be used in chicken salad.
How to Make Chicken Salad
Prepare this classic chicken salad recipe in just 15 minutes with only a few simple ingredients.
- Chop cooked and cooled chicken and place into a large bowl with celery and onions.
- Mix dressing ingredients (according to the recipe below) in a bowl. Toss with chicken.
- Serve on rolls, bread or over a bed of lettuce.
This chicken salad sandwich recipe can be served on any bread. We love this on a baguette or rolls. Keep it low carb and serve in romaine lettuce as lettuce wraps or spoon over a tossed salad.
Storing Leftovers
Refrigerator: Store chicken salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Give it a stir and refresh the flavor with fresh herbs or an extra dollop of Dijon mustard.
Freezer: Prepared chicken salad doesn’t freeze well. To prep ahead, dice the chicken and freeze. When ready to make, combine thawed chicken with the remaining ingredients below for a quick lunch!
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Classic Chicken Salad
A classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck! Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!
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Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
Total Time 15 minutes minutes
Servings 6 servings
Author Holly Nilsson
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 rib celery finely diced chopped
- 1 green onion thinly sliced (or chives or finely diced red onion)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill optional
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a medium bowl. Mix well to combine.
Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Serve as a sandwich or over salad.
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Nutrition Information
Calories: 206 | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 72IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
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