Here’s a simple, versatile chicken salad recipe that’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light meal.
🥗 Classic Chicken Salad
Ingredients (serves 2–4)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup grapes, chopped apples, or dried cranberries for sweetness
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
Instructions
- Combine ingredients:
- In a bowl, mix chicken, celery, onion, and optional fruits/herbs.
- Add dressing:
- Stir in mayonnaise (or yogurt), mustard, and lemon juice until well coated.
- Season:
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill:
- For best flavor, refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
Serving Ideas
- On sandwich bread or croissants
- In a lettuce wrap for low-carb option
- On a bed of greens as a light salad
💡 Tip: You can customize it with avocado, bacon bits, or nuts for extra flavor and crunch.
If you want, I can also give a creamy garlic-herb chicken salad version that’s richer and extra flavorful for parties. Do you want me to share that?
