Description
Classic Carol Chicken Salad Chick is a simple, flavorful chicken salad featuring tender diced chicken mixed with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, crisp celery, and onion, seasoned with garlic powder and fresh parsley. Perfect for a light lunch or sandwich filling, this chilled salad delivers a refreshing balance of creamy and savory flavors in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the diced cooked chicken with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, chopped onion, and garlic powder until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Add herbs and season: Stir in the fresh chopped parsley, then season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- Serve: Serve the chicken salad cold or at room temperature, ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or atop a bed of greens.
Notes
- Using cooked chicken from rotisserie or leftovers works well for convenience.
- Adjust mayonnaise quantity to your desired creaminess level.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright citrus note if desired.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like pecans or almonds.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
