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  • dijon mustard
  • green onions
  • lemon
  • mayonnaise
  • parsley
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Chicken Salad Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked diced chicken breasts, cold
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup diced celery (about 2 small)
  • 1/3 cup chopped green onions* (about 2)
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise**
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 3/4 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Bread slices or lettuce leaves for serving

Instructions

  • Add chicken to a large mixing bowl, pour lemon juice over chicken. Add celery, green onions, parsley, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately in bread or lettuce leaves or chill in refrigerator up to 1 day.

Notes

  • *Red onion can be substituted in place of green for a stronger flavor if desired.
  • *Light mayonnaise can be substituted for a lighter option or substitute 1/4 cup of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
  • Try it with fresh fruit such as 1 diced apple or 1 cup halved grapes . It’s delicious!
  • Delicious toppings on the sandwich include lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, and sliced avocados.
  • Nutrition includes chicken salad only, no bread no extra toppings.

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