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Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad for a Creamy Crunchy Delight

Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining chicken, dill pickles, and creamy yogurt for a flavor-packed meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded, rotisserie chicken is recommended
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles drained and patted dry
  • 1 cup Celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Onion finely chopped, red onions recommended
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt can substitute with sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise use light mayo for healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Relish can be omitted if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon recommended for extra flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Chives finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Dill fresh or dried
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • to taste Hot Sauce for extra kick
  • 1 medium Avocado finely chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, finely chopped celery, onions, and dill pickles. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, relish, mustard, chives, and dill until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the prepared dressing into the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
  5. Transfer the mixed salad into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. When ready to serve, stir the salad and serve on croissants, toast, or lettuce cups.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is completely cooled before mixing to prevent the dressing from separating. Drain and pat dry pickles to maintain texture.

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