Description
This High-Protein Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a refreshing and tangy twist on classic chicken salad, packed with protein and vibrant flavors from dill pickles, fresh dill, and a zesty lemon-mustard dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or a flavorful sandwich filling, this recipe combines creamy Greek yogurt and avocado oil mayonnaise for a healthier yet indulgent texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
Vegetables and Herbs
- ¾ cup roughly chopped dill pickles
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- 1 bunch finely chopped dill (about ⅓ cup)
Dressing
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise (preferably avocado oil mayo)
- 2 tbsp mustard (1 tbsp grainy mustard, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- ½–1 tsp salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Finely shred or dice 3 cups of rotisserie chicken to ensure tender, bite-sized pieces that will blend well with the dressing and vegetables.
- Make the dressing: In a large bowl, combine ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup mayonnaise, and 2 tablespoons of mustard (using 1 tablespoon each of grainy and Dijon mustard). Add the zest and juice of one lemon, then whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Mix in vegetables and herbs: Add ¾ cup of roughly chopped dill pickles to the dressing. Then finely chop ½ cup celery and one bunch (about ⅓ cup) dill, and stir these into the bowl until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad mixture and add ½ to 1 teaspoon of salt according to your preference. Mix again gently to distribute the seasoning.
- Chill before serving: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, enhancing the taste.
Notes
- You can substitute all the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or vice versa depending on your dietary preference or to adjust creaminess.
- Use avocado oil mayonnaise for a healthier fat profile and subtle flavor.
- This salad is great served on its own, in sandwiches, or on top of leafy greens for a light meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: high-protein chicken salad, dill pickle chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, rotisserie chicken salad, Greek yogurt chicken salad, low fat chicken salad
