Description
Crisp lettuce cradles this classic chicken salad, blending tender shredded chicken with creamy mayo and crunchy celery. Fresh herbs and a hint of lemon zest elevate this timeless dish, promising a satisfying lunch you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 3 cups (720 ml) cooked chicken, shredded
Creamy Base and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped celery
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Optional:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, ensuring no large chunks remain for a consistent texture throughout the salad.
- Dice the celery and onion into fine, uniform pieces to distribute flavor evenly and provide a crisp crunch.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, gently fold the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt into the shredded chicken, creating a creamy base.
- Incorporate the finely chopped celery, onion, and fresh dill into the chicken mixture, stirring carefully to maintain an even distribution.
- Add Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, blending thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are harmoniously combined.
- Cover the salad with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap, then place in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the ingredients and ensure optimal taste and texture.
- Present the chicken salad as a standalone dish, nestled between slices of bread, atop crisp crackers, or wrapped in fresh, crisp lettuce leaves.
Notes
- Choose high-quality, freshly cooked chicken breast for the best texture and flavor in your salad.
- Experiment with Greek yogurt ratios to create a lighter, tangier version of the classic chicken salad.
- Finely dice celery and onions to ensure even distribution and prevent large, overpowering chunks in each bite.
- Prepare chicken salad ahead of time and store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days for convenient meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg