Description
Light, refreshing, and endlessly versatile—chicken salad is a classic dish that blends tender chicken with creamy dressing and crunchy add-ins. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or family dinners, this recipe strikes the balance between comfort and freshness. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a satisfying dish that feels wholesome and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup blanched slivered almonds
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
- 1 rib celery, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Stir in the cooked chicken until well coated.
- Add celery for crunch and freshness.
- Toss in almonds for a nutty finish.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Leftover roasted or poached chicken works perfectly.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add fruits like grapes, apples, or cranberries for a sweet twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad / Lunch
- Method: Mixed (no-cook)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: chicken salad, summer salad, picnic food, quick lunch