Maryland Style Chicken Salad
Transport your taste buds to the Chesapeake Bay with this flavorful Maryland Style Chicken Salad! Packed with tender shredded chicken, crunchy celery, and a hint of bite from red onion, this recipe stands out thanks to its signature use of Old Bay seasoning—a beloved Maryland staple that infuses the dish with a distinctive coastal flair. A creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice ties everything together, creating a tangy, savory bite that's perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this refreshing chicken salad can be served chilled on a bed of crisp lettuce, piled high in a sandwich, or enjoyed with your favorite crackers for a quick, satisfying meal. Whether you're hosting a summer picnic or looking for a quick lunch idea, this easy Maryland Style Chicken Salad is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup (finely chopped) Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon (freshly squeezed) Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, and red onion.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed by adding more Old Bay seasoning, salt, or black pepper.
Chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Maryland Style Chicken Salad on a bed of lettuce, as a sandwich filling, or with crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.2 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2560 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 112.5 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 456 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
