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Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad That's Perfect for Meal Prep

Enjoy a Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad, perfect for meal prep with tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken or poached breasts for convenience.
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Drain well for crunch.
  • 1 cup Celery Fresh sticks are best.
  • 1/2 cup Onion Finely chopped.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Or substitute with mayonnaise.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Consider low-fat options.
  • 1 tablespoon Relish Dill relish for tang.
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Yellow or Dijon.
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Fresh.
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Fresh ideally.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding your cooled, cooked chicken into a large mixing bowl using two forks or your hands.
  2. Finely chop the onions, celery, and dill pickles, then add them to the bowl with the shredded chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, relish, and mustard until creamy and smooth.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken and veggie mixture, gently tossing until well coated.
  5. Taste your salad and adjust any seasoning as necessary.
  6. Transfer the chicken salad to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool your chicken before combining to avoid separation in dressing. Properly drain pickles to prevent sogginess. Let the salad chill for better flavor.

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