Description
Give your lunchtime routine a bright, tangy twist with this irresistible dill-pickle chicken salad. Tender chicken meets crunchy pickle pieces and a cool, herby dressing that ties everything together. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for quick meals throughout the week.
Ingredients
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Salad Base
- 1.5 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ⅔ cup chopped dill pickles
Creamy Herb Dressing
- 1 tsp dried chives
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- Combine the Main Ingredients: Place the shredded chicken into a medium mixing bowl, then add the red onion and diced pickles. This trio will form the base of your salad.
- Whisk Together the Dressing: In a separate bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, relish, chives, dill, and parsley. Season generously with salt and pepper. This blend will create a silky, flavorful dressing that brings all the textures together.
- Mix Everything Well: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently fold everything together until the salad is evenly coated and the herbs and pickle bits are well distributed. Give it a taste and adjust seasoning if you’d like a bit more zip.
- Serve Your Chicken Salad: You can enjoy this creamy, tangy chicken salad however you prefer—spread on toast, tucked into sandwiches, spooned over greens, served with crackers, or wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. It’s a flexible, tasty option ready to fit any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
Nutrition
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Fat: 45 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Protein: 50 g