Description

This Best Classic Chicken Salad is a simple, delicious, and versatile recipe perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Made with tender cooked chicken, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and fresh veggies, it’s easy to prepare and wonderfully flavorful. Ideal for gluten-free diets, this salad can be served on bread, lettuce wraps, or with crackers, and offers a satisfying balance of protein and fats.

Ingredients

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Chicken Salad Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, parsley, and lemon juice.
Mix Thoroughly: Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated and well mixed.
Season to Taste: Add salt and black pepper according to your preference and mix again.
Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve: Serve the chicken salad cold on bread, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers as desired.

Notes

You can use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and convenience.
Add chopped grapes or sliced almonds for texture and sweetness.
Adjust the amount of mayo based on your preferred creaminess.