Keto Classic Homemade Chicken Salad

Creamy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, this Keto Classic Homemade Chicken Salad is the ideal low-carb, high-protein option for quick lunches or light dinners. Made with tender diced chicken breast, crisp celery, and a pop of red onion, this classic recipe is elevated with a tangy dressing of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds herbaceous brightness, while every bite bursts with well-rounded flavor, thanks to salt and freshly ground black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this keto-friendly chicken salad is versatile enough to serve on its own, over a bed of crisp lettuce, or tucked into a low-carb wrap for an easy yet satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prepping or entertaining, it’s a timeless dish designed to fit seamlessly into a ketogenic lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 stalks Celery
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by dicing the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery stalks and add them to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3

Dice the red onion finely and add to the chicken mixture.

Step 4

Add the chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, ground black pepper, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chopped chicken and vegetables.

Step 7

Stir everything together gently with a spatula until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Taste the chicken salad, and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve cold, on its own, over a bed of lettuce, or in a keto-friendly wrap.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(711.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2379.8

Total Fat 188.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 522.0mg	0%
Sodium 2371.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 112.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.6mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 310.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.9%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 9.1%