Description
Chicken Salad is a refreshing blend of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for picnics, meal prep, or elegant gatherings, this versatile dish transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience. With its vibrant colors and delightful aroma, Chicken Salad is not just a meal; it’s an invitation to indulge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- ½ small red onion, finely chopped
- ¾ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts on a lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before shredding.
- While the chicken cools, dice the celery and red onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with veggies and dressing. Mix until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg