Here’s a Deli-Style Chicken Salad recipe that’s creamy, flavorful, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light meal! 🥪🥗
Deli-Style Chicken Salad
Servings: 4-6 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 0 mins | Total Time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie or poached chicken works best)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp sweet relish (or chopped pickles)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or almonds (optional)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or grapes, halved (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken 🍗: If not already cooked, poach, bake, or use rotisserie chicken. Shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Dressing 🥣: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Combine Ingredients 🥗: Add chicken, celery, red onion, relish, nuts, and dried fruit (if using) to the bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Adjust Seasoning 🌿: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
- Chill & Serve ❄️: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor. Serve on sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or with crackers.
Tips & Variations:
- Make It Healthier 🥑: Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter version.
- Add More Crunch 🥒: Mix in chopped apples or extra celery.
- Make It Spicier 🌶️: Add a pinch of cayenne or diced jalapeños.
- Dairy-Free Option 🥛🚫: Use dairy-free mayo and skip the Greek yogurt.
This classic, creamy, and slightly tangy deli-style chicken salad is a perfect meal-prep recipe!
