Chicken Salad

This classic chicken salad is a comforting favorite that balances the richness of mayonnaise with the bright, tangy crunch of sweet pickles and fresh onion. The tender, cubed cooked chicken breast provides a hearty protein base, while a touch of sugar enhances the savory-sweet profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly versatile, perfect for a quick lunch, packed in a picnic basket, or served as a light side dish for dinner. The texture is creamy yet chunky, offering a satisfying bite in every spoonful. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe delivers reliable, home-style flavor that is both nostalgic and refreshing. It comes together in minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 167.5

Dietary: Diabetic, Gluten-free

Description

This classic chicken salad is a comforting favorite that balances the richness of mayonnaise with the bright, tangy crunch of sweet pickles and fresh onion. The tender, cubed cooked chicken breast provides a hearty protein base, while a touch of sugar enhances the savory-sweet profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly versatile, perfect for a quick lunch, packed in a picnic basket, or served as a light side dish for dinner. The texture is creamy yet chunky, offering a satisfying bite in every spoonful. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe delivers reliable, home-style flavor that is both nostalgic and refreshing. It comes together in minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining.

Ingredients

1 small Sweet pickle;
1/2 teaspoons Sugar; (sugar sub)
1 Inch piece onion; 1 ds Salt; (salt sub)
1 Chicken Breast;cooked cubed 1 ds Pepper;
1/3 cups Mayonnaise; (low-cal)

Directions

1
Finely dice the sweet pickle and the piece of onion to ensure even distribution.
2
Place the cubed cooked chicken breast into a medium mixing bowl.
3
Add the diced sweet pickle and onion to the chicken.
4
Stir in the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, and pepper.
5
Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined and coated.
6
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 167.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.1g24%
Saturated Fat 2.2g12%
Cholesterol 2.8mg1%
Sodium 91.2mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 7.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken salad, creamy, pickle relish, lunch, picnic, mayonnaise, easy, quick, side dish, chicken breast, onion, no cook, comfort food, classic, simple

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