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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Dill Pickle Chicken Salad: A Creamy Twist for Quick Lunches

A refreshing Dill Pickle Chicken Salad that combines tender chicken and crunchy pickles, perfect for quick lunches.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken use rotisserie or grilled chicken
  • 1 cup chopped dill pickles well-drained
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion red or green
  • ½ cup diced celery
For the Dressing
  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise full-fat or light
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or dried herbs
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, chopped dill pickles, finely chopped onion, and diced celery.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  3. Add chopped chives and dill to the dressing, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until well coated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then cover the bowl.
  6. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  7. Give the salad a good stir and serve with croissants, toasted bread, or in lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, refrigerate overnight. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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