Classic Chicken Salad Recipe
Classic chicken salad combines cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, green onion, Dijon mustard, and seasonings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 rib celery diced
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt plus more to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill or ¼ teaspoon dried dill optional
Instructions
- Add the cooked chicken, mayonnaise, diced celery, sliced green onion, Dijon mustard, seasoned salt, black pepper, and dill to a medium mixing bowl.
- Stir everything together until the chicken is evenly coated and all the ingredients are well combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasoned salt and black pepper as needed.
- For the best texture and flavor, refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving if time allows.
- Serve this Classic Chicken Salad Recipe in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or over fresh salad greens.
Notes
You can use chopped or shredded chicken depending on the texture you prefer. Chicken breast creates a leaner salad, while a combination of white and dark meat offers a richer flavor.