Creamy Chicken Salad
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Net Carbs: ~1g per serving
This Creamy Chicken Salad is rich, refreshing, and perfect for an easy low-carb lunch. Tender shredded chicken is tossed with a creamy, tangy dressing and fresh crunchy vegetables for a meal that tastes light but keeps you full.
Perfect in lettuce wraps, meal prep containers, or eaten straight from the bowl.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons celery, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Lettuce leaves, optional
How to Make Creamy Chicken Salad
Step 1: Prepare Ingredients
Shred the cooked chicken.
Finely chop:
- Red onion
- Celery
- Fresh dill
Step 2: Make the Dressing
In a bowl combine:
- Mayonnaise
- Lemon juice
- Yellow mustard
- Black pepper
- Salt
Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Combine Everything
Add the chicken, celery, onion, and dill.
Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
For best flavor, refrigerate for 15–30 minutes before serving.
Serve in lettuce leaves or over greens.
Storage Tips
- Store in an airtight container up to 3 days
- Great for meal prep lunches
- Add avocado right before serving if desired
Final Thoughts
This Creamy Chicken Salad is quick, satisfying, and incredibly versatile. With only a handful of ingredients and almost no prep time, it makes an easy lunch that tastes fresh and filling every single time.
