Super Simple Chicken Salad
Whip up a satisfying, no-fuss meal with this Super Simple Chicken Salad—a classic recipe that's irresistibly creamy, crunchy, and packed with fresh flavors! Made with tender shredded chicken, crispy celery, tangy red onion, and vibrant parsley, this easy chicken salad is tied together with a zesty blend of mayonnaise and fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for busy days, it’s a versatile dish that can be served atop leafy greens, sandwiched between soft bread, or enjoyed straight from the bowl. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or crafting a quick lunch, this delicious chicken salad recipe is a go-to favorite that’s as effortless as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cups Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or chopped cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, and chopped red onion.
Add the mayonnaise, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined and creamy.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Serve immediately on its own, in sandwiches, or atop a bed of greens. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
828 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1596 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 145.9 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1582 mg | 34% | |
*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.
