Description
Creamy dill pickle chicken salad offers a tangy twist on classic comfort fare. Crisp pickles and juicy chicken create a zesty blend you’ll crave for quick lunches or refreshing gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 cups (0.95 liters) shredded or chopped cooked chicken
Pickles and Herbs:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) diced dill pickles
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) sliced green onions
- 3/4 teaspoon dried dill
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine shredded chicken, diced dill pickles, and sliced green onions in a large mixing bowl, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients for a harmonious blend of textures.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and dill pickle juice until smooth and creamy. Incorporate dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful dressing.
- Gently fold the creamy dressing into the chicken mixture, coating every morsel thoroughly to ensure consistent flavor throughout the salad.
- Refrigerate the chicken salad for 1-2 hours at 40°F, allowing the ingredients to meld and intensify their taste profile.
- Serve chilled on croissants, rolls, or atop crisp lettuce leaves, creating a versatile and satisfying meal option.
- Store any remaining salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, maintaining its fresh and zesty character.
Notes
- Boost pickle intensity by adding extra chopped dill pickles for crunch and tang.
- Swap cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed version that reduces calories and adds probiotic benefits.
- Consider using rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation and enhanced flavor depth, saving precious cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg