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Easy Chicken Salad Recipe

This easy chicken salad recipe is perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or picnics. Made with tender chicken breast, a creamy dressing, and crunchy veggies, it’s a versatile dish you can enjoy in sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced or shredded
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 stalk celery finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins: grapes apples, walnuts, or fresh herbs

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken by shredding or dicing into small pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Add chicken, celery, and red onion to the bowl. Stir well until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add optional mix-ins like grapes, apples, or nuts if desired.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors blend.
  6. Serving Suggestions:
  7. Serve in sandwiches with whole-grain bread.
  8. Use as a filling for wraps with lettuce and tomato.
  9. Spoon over a bed of mixed greens for a salad bowl.
  10. Try lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.

Notes

  • Use leftover rotisserie chicken to make it even quicker.
  • Swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt to cut calories and add extra protein.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.