Description
This classic chicken salad recipe is simple, flavorful, and versatile! Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a fresh salad, this dish combines tender chicken with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, and a hint of Dijon mustard. Easy to make and delicious every time!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chopped chicken or shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 rib celery, diced
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt (more to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill (or 1/4 teaspoon dried dill) (optional)
Instructions
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Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the chopped or shredded chicken, mayonnaise, diced celery, sliced green onion, Dijon mustard, seasoned salt, black pepper, and dill (if using).
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Mix Well: Stir the mixture until everything is well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
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Serve: Serve the chicken salad on a sandwich, in a wrap, or over a bed of fresh greens.
Notes
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Customization: Add chopped apples, grapes, or nuts (like pecans or almonds) for added flavor and crunch.
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Substitute Ingredients: If you’re looking for a lighter version, you can replace the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a combo of both.
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Storage: Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken salad, classic chicken salad, simple chicken salad, easy chicken salad, sandwich filling