The Easiest Chicken Salad

Perfect for busy days or quick meal prep, *The Easiest Chicken Salad* lives up to its name with just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of fresh, simple ingredients. Made with tender shredded chicken, crunchy celery, and a pop of flavor from red onion and fresh parsley, this creamy chicken salad is tied together with a tangy kick of lemon juice and perfectly seasoned mayonnaise. It's a versatile recipe that can be enjoyed as a refreshing sandwich filling, a protein-packed wrap, or a light salad atop crisp lettuce. Whether you're seeking a quick lunch option or a no-cook dinner idea, this easy chicken salad delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Plus, it's ready to serve right away or after a quick chill in the fridge for even more flavor melding!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups (shredded or chopped) Cooked chicken breast
0.5 cups Mayonnaise
2 stalks (chopped) Celery
0.25 cups (finely diced) Red onion
2 tablespoons (optional, chopped) Fresh parsley
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped celery, red onion, and parsley (if using).

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 3

Using a spoon or spatula, gently fold and mix all the ingredients until evenly combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 4

Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 5

Enjoy in a sandwich, wrap, or on a bed of lettuce as desired.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(570.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1484.3

Total Fat 99.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 404.4mg	0%
Sodium 1746.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 111.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 66.4mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 206.7mg	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: 61.1%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 8.2%