Description
Healthy dill pickle chicken salad is a creamy, crunchy, and tangy dish packed with tender chicken and the refreshing flavor of dill pickles. Made with a lighter Greek yogurt-based dressing and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or meal prep for a nutritious and satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded or diced chicken
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add the main ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, finely chopped dill pickles, celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl with the dressing.
- Mix thoroughly: Gently stir all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add extra salt or dill pickle juice if you desire a tangier flavor.
- Chill before serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the chicken salad on whole-grain bread, inside a wrap, over fresh greens, or in lettuce cups for a light and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save prep time.
- Add chopped cucumber or green onions for extra crunch and freshness.
- For increased protein and lower fat, replace some or all of the mayonnaise with additional Greek yogurt.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
