Chicken Salad Recipe

Of all the summer salads, a classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck! Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!

Keep this easy recipe on hand for last-minute sandwich prep when last-minute invitations come up! Serve this summer with a side of Italian pasta salad and crunchy grilled corn on the cob!

For this chicken salad sandwich recipe, any bread will do, thick slices of a baguette or buns/rolls hold up well. This is naturally low carb and it’s great over a tossed salad as well.

REFRIGERATOR: In an airtight container, the chicken salad will last about a week in the refrigerator. Give it a stir and refresh the flavor with a little salt and pepper (or an extra dollop of Dijon mustard) and serve!

FREEZER: Chicken salad doesn’t freeze well. To prep ahead, simply dice the chicken and freeze. When ready to make, combine it with the ingredients below for a quick lunch!

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

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Classic Chicken Salad

A classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck! Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 362 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken (chopped)
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 stalk celery (chopped)
• 1 green onion (diced (or chives or red onion))
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
• pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill (optional)

Instruction:

1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Serve as a sandwich or over salad.

Ultimate Chicken Salad Recipe

Chicken salad is a classic salad recipe with diced chicken, creamy mayonnaise, crisp celery, green onion, sweet grapes, and fresh herbs. Watch the video above to see how I make it!

Prep: 10min

Total: 25min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 524 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 38 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Sodium 454 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 cup red grapes (quartered)
• 2 stalk celery (diced)
• 3 green onions (green and white parts) (sliced)
• 2 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped tarragon
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• salt and pepper (to taste)

Instruction:

1. Turn the heat to medium until it reaches a gentle simmer. Then reduce the heat back to low and cover the pan. Let the chicken simmer for 8-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160-165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the chicken and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Then chill in the fridge.
2. Mix everything together until it’s well combined. Let it chill in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Chicken Salad Recipe

My quick and easy, classic chicken salad recipe made healthier and lighter to make the perfect homemade chicken salad sandwich. The perfect cold lunch for meal prep!

Prep: 5min

Total: 10min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 /2 cup

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 /2 cup, calories 131 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 5 g, Sodium 307 mg, Sugar 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces cooked chicken breast (finely chopped (from 2 breasts of rotisserie chicken))
• 1/3 cup light mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup celery (chopped)
• 1/3 cup red onion (diced (or scallions or chives))
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
• black pepper (to taste)

Instruction:

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Serve over salad, in a wrap, or in a sandwich

Chicken Salad

Try this easy chicken salad recipe that’s great as a hearty lunch or quick weeknight dinner. Serve it with a side of kettle chips or a crunchy pickle!

Prep: 20min

Total: 1h20min

Yield: 6 serving(s)

Ingredients:

• 1 whole cut up fryer chicken
• 2 stalks (to 3 stalks) celery, chopped
• 3 whole green onions, chopped
• 2 c. (to 3 cups) grapes, halved
• 1/2 c. mayonnaise
• 1/2 c. plain yogurt or sour cream
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp. (to 2 tablespoons) brown sugar
• Kosher salt to taste
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste
• Small handful of fresh dill, minced
• Cayenne pepper, to taste
• 1/2 c. slivered almonds

Instruction:

1. Rinse chicken thoroughly and place in a large pot of water. Turn on the heat and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is done (about 45 minutes to an hour). When you are ready, remove the chicken from the pot and place on a plate. With your fingers or a fork, pull all of the meat off the bones, chop into bite-sized chunks and set aside.
3. Chop all of your fruits and veggies and place them in a bowl with the chicken.
4. In another bowl mix mayonnaise, yogurt (or sour cream), lemon juice, brown sugar and salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add the dill (or oregano or cilantro…whatever makes your skirt fly up) and if you’re feeling a bit brazen throw in a dash of cayenne pepper!
6. When the dressing tastes just right (you must taste test for appropriate saltiness especially), pour it over the chicken/veggie/fruit mixture and stir gently until everything is thoroughly mixed. Stir in the almonds. If you are feeling naughty, add a sprinkling of bacon bits.
7. Allow the salad to chill for several hours (or even overnight). Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich or heck, eat it straight out of the bowl with a serving spoon. Try it soon—you’ll love it!

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FAQ

How does Gordon Ramsay make chicken salad?

What can I add to chicken salad to give it more flavor?

1. 1 cup diced chicken.
2. 1 heaping tablespoon minced red onion.
3. 1 heaping tablespoon minced celery.
4. 2 teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley.
5. 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice.
6. 2 teaspoons mayonnaise.
7. ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard.
8. Dash of hot sauce.

How to make chicken salad Martha Stewart?

1. Place peppers, garlic, vinegar, oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a food processor or blender; blend until smooth.
2. Pour dressing into a large bowl and toss with chicken, onion, capers or olives, and half the almonds.
3. Transfer to a platter. Garnish with remaining almonds.
4. Serve with lettuce leaves.