Easy Deli Chicken Salad - A Classic Deli-Style Recipe
Deli chicken salad, a classic dish, made with everyday ingredients. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, and side dishes!
Equipment
- measuring spoons
- measuring cups
- Knife
- cutting board
- large mixing bowl
- whisk
- silicone spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup diced celery finely diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion finely diced
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast shredded/pulled
Instructions
- Combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined, creating a flavorful dressing.
- Add the finely chopped celery to the dressing. Then, gently fold in the finely diced red onion.
- Finally, add the shredded chicken breast to the bowl. Mix the chicken salad until everything is evenly coated by the dressing.
- Once all the ingredients are combined, taste the salad and adjust the salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve your deli chicken salad on its own, in a sandwich, as a lettuce wrap, or with your preferred accompaniment.
Notes
- Make the dressing first – Making the dressing first ensures a smooth chicken salad. Trust me on this!
- Chill time – Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This enhances the overall taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 393kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 788mgPotassium: 471mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 81IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
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