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Classic Chicken Salad

A close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy classic chicken salad, featuring shredded chicken, celery, and red onion.
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A quick and creamy chicken salad perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or crackers. This recipe uses pantry staples and offers easy mix-in ideas.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional mix-ins: chopped nuts, grapes, hard-boiled eggs, fresh herbs

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, pickle relish, and Dijon mustard.
  2. Stir until all ingredients are well combined and the chicken is coated.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  4. Add any optional mix-ins and stir gently.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

  • For a shortcut, use rotisserie chicken.
  • This chicken salad can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve on bread for sandwiches, in lettuce cups for a low-carb option, or with crackers.

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Find it online: https://gourmetgaze.com/classic-chicken-salad-recipe/