Amazing 30-Minute Classic Chicken Salad Secret
This is a classic deli-style chicken salad, creamy and savory, perfect for sandwich filling or serving over lettuce. We recreated this from a memory of a simple, satisfying lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (assuming chicken is pre-cooked)
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded or chopped chicken
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup halved red grapes (optional addition)
Instructions
- Place the chopped or shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise, chopped celery, relish (if using), lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Mix all ingredients together gently until the chicken is evenly coated and the salad is creamy.
- Stir in the halved red grapes, if you choose this addition.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
Notes
- You can substitute plain yogurt for some of the mayonnaise for a lighter taste.
- For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Serve this salad on toasted bread, croissants, or a bed of crisp lettuce for a light meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Find it online: https://delishdiarist.com/classic-chicken-salad-recipe/