Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Chicken Salad Chick Chicken Salad. This classic recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether served on a croissant, sandwich bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps, it’s a versatile dish that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Salad:
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon finely minced celery
- 1 teaspoon dry Ranch seasoning (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon sweet relish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix Chicken and Mayonnaise: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with mayonnaise and mix until well coated.
- Add Seasonings: Add the minced celery, Ranch seasoning (if using), salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, relish, and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Chill: Cover and chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve on croissants, sandwich bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- This recipe works best with freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken, finely chopped or processed briefly in a food processor for the signature texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
