Finely Chopped Chicken Salad
A delicious and refreshing finely chopped chicken salad made with tender cooked chicken, crisp celery, tangy mayonnaise, and a hint of lemon juice. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup celery stalks, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried dill
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a medium saucepan and cover with water.
Add 1/4 teaspoon salt to the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
Remove the chicken breasts from the water and let them cool completely.
Once cooled, finely chop the chicken into small pieces using a sharp knife.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken, finely chopped celery, and finely chopped red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, dried dill, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until all ingredients are well coated.
Fold in the finely chopped fresh parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.