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A creamy, fresh classic chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and simple seasonings.
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Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley or dill, chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Place cooked chicken in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir gently to coat.
  3. Fold in celery, onion, and any optional add-ins.
  4. Season with salt and pepper and mix gently.
  5. Chill for 30 minutes before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 26gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 410mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Season gradually and avoid overmixing for best texture.

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