Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
A creamy, flavorful chicken salad that combines crunchy pickles with tender chicken, perfect for a refreshing lunch or gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Or use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped The star of the show!
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise Adjust for creaminess.
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt For a healthier twist.
- 1/4 cup diced celery For added crunch.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill for garnish Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- If not using rotisserie chicken, cook your chicken by boiling or baking it until fully cooked. Once cooled, shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the dill pickles and celery to ensure a nice crunch in every bite.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped pickles, diced celery, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Mix everything together until it’s well coated.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Feel free to adjust the amount based on your preference!
- Garnish with fresh dill if desired, mix one last time, and then serve either on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
- If you have time, allow the chicken salad to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
This chicken salad is versatile and can be served in lettuce wraps, with crackers, as a sandwich, or alongside fresh vegetables. It stores beautifully in an airtight container for up to 3 days.