Classic Chicken Salad for Sandwiches or Lettuce Wraps
A traditional recipe for creamy chicken salad using standard ingredients, perfect for sandwiches or serving in lettuce cups.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the cooked chicken in a medium bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
- Add the chopped celery and minced red onion to the mayonnaise mixture. Stir to combine.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken.
- Add the salt and pepper.
- Gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated. Do not overmix.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover the bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- For best texture in sandwiches, dice the chicken into small, uniform pieces.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, pulse the chicken briefly in a food processor before mixing.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 85