Simply Chicken Salad

Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious, Simply Chicken Salad is the ultimate go-to recipe for a light and satisfying meal. Made with tender cooked chicken breast, crunchy celery, zesty red onion, and a touch of fresh parsley, this classic chicken salad is tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and perfectly balanced seasonings. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is a time-saving gem perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Serve it chilled on a bed of crisp lettuce, tucked into a sandwich, or paired with your favorite crackers for a wholesome and versatile dish that's sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups Cooked chicken breast
0.5 cups Mayonnaise
2 stalks Celery
0.25 cups Red onion
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
0.5 teaspoons Salt
0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
2 teaspoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery and red onion, and add them to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley and stir it in with the chicken and vegetables.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well blended.

Step 5

Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken mixture, and fold everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve with bread, crackers, or on a bed of lettuce, and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(565.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1483.2

Total Fat 99.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 404.4mg	0%
Sodium 1745.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.4g
Protein 111.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 66.1mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 201.5mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 8.1%