The Best Chicken Salad Ever Recipe
Introduction
This chicken salad is creamy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a quick lunch, it combines tender chicken with a zesty dressing and fresh vegetables for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked
- ¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip)
- 4 tablespoons coleslaw dressing
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- ¼ onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the cooked chicken, creamy salad dressing, coleslaw dressing, chopped celery, chopped onion, salt, and pepper into a food processor.
- Step 2: Pulse the mixture until the ingredients are chopped and blended to your desired consistency. Be careful not to over-process; you want a chunky, creamy texture.
Tips & Variations
- For extra crunch, reserve some chopped celery and onion to stir in after processing.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for part of the salad dressing to reduce calories and add tanginess.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of paprika for a slight flavor boost.
Storage
Store the chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving. It’s best eaten cold but can also be served at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breasts?
Yes, rotisserie chicken works perfectly and adds extra flavor. Just shred it before processing with the other ingredients.
How can I make this chicken salad ahead of time?
This salad can be prepared up to a day in advance. Just cover it tightly and refrigerate. Give it a good stir before serving as the dressing may settle.
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The Best Chicken Salad Ever Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A quick and easy chicken salad combining tender cooked chicken with creamy and tangy dressings, crunchy celery, and onion for a refreshing and versatile dish perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked
Dressings
- ¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip)
- 4 tablespoons coleslaw dressing
Vegetables & Seasoning
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- ¼ onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Ensure the chicken breasts are fully cooked and cooled. Chop the celery and onion into small pieces to facilitate easy blending.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the cooked chicken, creamy salad dressing, coleslaw dressing, chopped celery, chopped onion, salt, and pepper into a food processor.
- Pulse Blend: Pulse the mixture in the food processor until the ingredients are chopped and blended to your preferred consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chicken salad and add additional salt or pepper if desired, then give it one more quick pulse to mix.
- Serve and Store: Use immediately as a sandwich filling, wrap ingredient, or salad topping. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For added texture, you can reserve some of the celery and onion to stir in after blending.
- Substitute mayonnaise if you prefer over Miracle Whip.
- This salad can be made ahead and kept chilled to enhance flavors.
- Try adding chopped nuts or dried cranberries for extra flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (assuming pre-cooked chicken)
- Category: Salads
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken salad, creamy chicken salad, easy chicken salad, picnic recipe, lunch recipe, healthy chicken salad
