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Chicken Salad

A creamy, classic chicken salad made with diced chicken, crunchy celery, and green onions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups chicken breast diced and cooked
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup celery finely diced
  • 1/4 cup sweet yellow onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup green onion thinly sliced (reserve 1½ tablespoons for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon dill
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper fresh cracked

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, mayonnaise, finely diced celery, finely diced sweet yellow onion, 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion, dill, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper.
  • Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated and the mixture is well combined.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with the reserved 1½ tablespoons thinly sliced green onion, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • If making sandwiches, use about 1/2 cup of chicken salad per sandwich.

Notes

  • Make ahead: refrigerate overnight to let flavors meld.
  • Serve on bread, a croissant, or on lettuce.