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chicken salad

🧾 Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced; rotisserie works great)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tsp mustard (optional, for tang)
  • 1 celery stalk (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup grapes or apple (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Optional add-ins:

  • Chopped walnuts or almonds
  • Fresh dill or parsley
  • A pinch of garlic powder

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare chicken
    Use cooked chicken and shred or dice it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Mix dressing
    In a bowl, combine mayo, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine everything
    Add chicken, celery, onion, and any optional ingredients.
  4. Mix well
    Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Chill (recommended)
    Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for better flavor.

🥪 How to Serve

  • Sandwiches (white bread, croissants, or whole wheat)
  • Lettuce wraps (low-carb option)
  • Crackers or pita chips
  • Stuffed in pita pockets

💡 Quick Tips

  • Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor
  • Add a little Greek yogurt to lighten it up
  • Letting it rest improves taste a lot
  • Don’t overdo mayo—start small and adjust

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