Description
This Classic Chicken Salad recipe is a fresh and satisfying meal made with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy plant-based mayonnaise. Quick to prepare and versatile, it is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on leafy greens. Loaded with protein and vibrant flavors, it offers a healthy, kid-friendly option for lunch or light dinner in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup celery stalks, finely diced
- 1/2 cup red onions, finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plant-based mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Start with cooked chicken breast, either roasted or poached, and shred or dice into bite-sized pieces. This ensures every forkful is meaty and tender.
- Chop the Vegetables: Finely dice celery and red onions, making sure they are uniform in size so that the texture is consistent from bite to bite.
- Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, combine plant-based mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar (natural), Dijon mustard (natural), salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the shredded chicken, chopped vegetables, and fresh parsley into the dressing. Mix until every piece is well coated but not drenched.
- Chill and Serve: For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the ingredients meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature based on preference.
Notes
- Use leftover roast chicken or poach breasts gently for moist and tender meat.
- Add celery just before serving to maintain its crispness.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper after mixing for the best flavor.
- Letting the salad rest in the fridge improves the melding of flavors significantly.
- Add parsley last so its flavor stays vibrant and fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Classic Chicken Salad, plant-based mayonnaise, healthy chicken salad, quick chicken salad, gluten free chicken salad, chicken salad sandwich
