Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chopped or shredded chicken (rotisserie, leftover, or cooked breast/thighs) for the hearty base for your salad with chicken
– ½ cup mayonnaise for creamy texture and classic flavor
– 1 rib celery, diced for crisp crunch and fresh bite
– 1 green onion, thinly sliced for mild onion flavor (swap-friendly)
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard for tang and balance
– ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt for boosts overall flavor (add more to taste)
– ⅛ teaspoon black pepper for gentle heat (add more to taste)
– 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill or ¼ teaspoon dried dill for herb flavor that pairs well with chicken
– 1 cup chopped red grapes for sweet contrast for a classic twist
– 1 cup chopped peeled apple for sweet contrast for a classic twist
– 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (pecans or almonds) for extra crunch and richness
Notes
🐔 Opt for rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor to your salad.
🥄 Lighten the recipe by substituting half the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
🍎 Boost texture and taste with add-ins like grapes, apples, or toasted nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 206 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 362mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
