Description
A creamy and classic chicken salad made with tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, red onion, and a flavorful Dijon dressing, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Ensure the cooked chicken is fully cooled, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, finely diced celery, and chopped red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Stir in fresh parsley just before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve chilled in sandwiches, wraps, or over lettuce.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Let the salad chill before serving for the best flavor.
- Dice vegetables finely for balanced texture in every bite.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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