Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a zesty, creamy, and protein-rich twist on classic chicken salad. Featuring juicy chicken, crunchy dill pickles, and a tangy dressing, it’s perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or low-carb snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, dill pickles, celery, and red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, fresh dill, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Serve in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or over greens.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap half or all of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.Add chopped hard-boiled eggs or avocado for extra richness and protein.Omit or substitute red onion with green onions for a milder taste.Add pickled jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.This salad is best served cold and does not require reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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