Here’s a simple and delicious chicken salad recipe for you:
Classic Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1/2 cup celery (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (or chopped pickles)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare Chicken: If you don’t have cooked chicken on hand, you can quickly cook chicken breasts (boil, grill, or roast). Shred or chop them once cooled.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), mustard, celery, red onion, and pickle relish.
- Season: Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using), and mix everything together until well combined.
- Chill (optional): For best flavor, chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve! Enjoy it on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
You can easily adjust this recipe to suit your preferences. Want to add grapes, apples, or nuts for extra texture? Feel free to customize!