Recipe

This classic chicken salad strikes a perfect balance between creamy, crunchy, and savory.

Classic Creamy Chicken Salad

Name: Classic Creamy Chicken Salad
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed); 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup celery (diced); 1/4 cup red onion (finely minced); 1/3 cup toasted pecans (roughly chopped); 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped); 1 teaspoon lemon juice; Salt and black pepper to taste

American

4 servings | 15 minutes

Sources: Cross-checked against Serious Eats and Food52.

4 servings

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Make it step by step

6 steps · 30 min of timed cooking

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
Add the cooked chicken, diced celery, minced red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
Gently fold the ingredients together with a rubber spatula until the chicken is thoroughly and evenly coated.
Gently stir in the toasted pecans last to ensure they retain their crunch throughout the salad.
Taste the mixture and add an extra pinch of salt or a squeeze of lemon if the flavor needs more brightness.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to marry.⏱ 30 min

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Chef’s tip · For the best texture, use a mix of both light and dark meat chicken and chill the salad for at least one hour before serving.

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