Simply Chicken Salad
Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious, Simply Chicken Salad is the ultimate go-to recipe for a light and satisfying meal. Made with tender cooked chicken breast, crunchy celery, zesty red onion, and a touch of fresh parsley, this classic chicken salad is tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and perfectly balanced seasonings. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is a time-saving gem perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Serve it chilled on a bed of crisp lettuce, tucked into a sandwich, or paired with your favorite crackers for a wholesome and versatile dish that's sure to please.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 stalks Celery
- 0.25 cups Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the celery and red onion, and add them to the bowl with the chicken.
Chop the fresh parsley and stir it in with the chicken and vegetables.
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken mixture, and fold everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve with bread, crackers, or on a bed of lettuce, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1746 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 111.9 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 202 mg | 4% | |
*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.
