Classic Chicken Salad
đź“ť Description
Classic Chicken Salad is a creamy, refreshing dish made with tender cooked chicken, crisp vegetables, and a flavorful mayonnaise-based dressing. It’s versatile, quick to prepare, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on its own. The combination of textures—juicy chicken, crunchy celery, and optional sweet grapes—makes it a timeless favorite.
🍽️ Servings
Serves 3–4 people
đź•’ Time Required
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15–20 minutes (if cooking chicken fresh)
Total time: 30 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
For the Salad:
2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
½ cup celery, finely chopped
ÂĽ cup red grapes (halved) (optional but recommended)
2 tbsp green onions or chives, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt & black pepper to taste
👩‍🍳 Instructions
Prepare chicken
Cook and cool chicken if not already done. Shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
Mix dressing
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Combine ingredients
Add chicken, celery, grapes, green onions, and parsley to the bowl.
Toss well
Mix until everything is evenly coated with dressing.
Chill (optional)
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for best flavor.
Serve
Serve on bread, lettuce wraps, or as a side dish.
Mediterranean