Description
Savory canned chicken salad delivers a quick, protein-packed meal perfect for busy weekdays. Crisp vegetables and tangy dressing combine with tender chicken, creating a satisfying lunch that brings convenience and flavor to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) Canned Chicken
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 2 stalks Celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) Red Onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) Dill Pickles, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill
Seasonings and Dressing:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Drain chicken from cans completely, letting liquid run into sink. Transfer chicken to large mixing bowl and use fork to shred into fine, uniform pieces.
- Prepare vegetables with sharp knife on clean cutting board. Dice celery, red onion, and dill pickles into small, consistent pieces. Chop fresh dill finely to distribute flavor evenly.
- Create creamy dressing in separate bowl by whisking mayonnaise with kosher salt and ground black pepper until smooth and well-integrated.
- Combine shredded chicken, diced vegetables, and fresh dill into dressing bowl. Gently fold ingredients together, ensuring every component is thoroughly coated with dressing.
- Transfer chicken salad to serving dish. Pair with crisp lettuce leaves, sandwich bread, or crackers for versatile meal options. Refrigerate if not serving immediately to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality canned chicken to ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
- Rinse canned chicken under cold water to remove excess sodium and improve overall taste.
- Consider adding chopped almonds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch and nutritional boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 635 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg