Description
A classic and refreshing chicken salad made with tender diced chicken breasts, fresh lemon juice, crunchy celery, green onions, and parsley, all combined with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Dijon mustard. Perfect served on bread or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Salad
- 3 cups cooked diced chicken breasts, cold
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup diced celery (about 2 small stalks)
- 1/3 cup chopped green onions (about 2)
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3/4 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Serving
- Bread slices or lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cold, cooked diced chicken breasts to a large mixing bowl. Pour fresh lemon juice over the chicken to add brightness and prevent dryness.
- Add Vegetables and Herbs: Stir in the diced celery, chopped green onions, and finely chopped fresh parsley to the bowl for crunch and fresh flavor.
- Mix Dressing: Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest to the mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Mix Thoroughly: Gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated and flavors are well blended.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the chicken salad immediately on bread slices or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a light option. Alternatively, chill the salad in the refrigerator for up to 1 day to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Red onion can be substituted for green onions for a stronger flavor if desired.
- Use light mayonnaise for a lighter option or replace 1/4 cup of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt to reduce fat content.
- Try adding fresh fruit such as 1 diced apple or 1 cup halved grapes to the salad for a sweet contrast.
- Delicious toppings for the sandwich version include lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, and sliced avocados.
- Nutrition information covers chicken salad only, without bread or extra toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
