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Classic Chicken Salad Recipe

This classic chicken salad features tender shredded chicken breast mixed with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and fresh vegetables for a creamy, flavorful dish. Perfect for sandwiches or as a standalone salad, it's an easy-to-make recipe that can be customized with various herbs and crunchy additions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (for creaminess)
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken by shredding cooked chicken breast. You can use rotisserie chicken or boil your own chicken breasts until cooked through.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add the shredded chicken to the bowl along with chopped celery, red onion, pickle relish, and fresh parsley.
  4. Gently fold all ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

Notes

Chicken salad tastes even better the next day as flavors meld together. For best texture, use a combination of shredded and diced chicken.