Best 2 Quick Easy Chicken Salad Recipes

Chicken salad is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It's a classic lunchtime option, but it can also be served as an appetizer or main course. The basic ingredients in chicken salad are cooked chicken, mayonnaise, and celery, and many variations include additional components such as grapes, walnuts, apples, and herbs.

In this article, we will share three delicious chicken salad recipes that are sure to please everyone. The first recipe is a classic chicken salad with mayonnaise, celery, and red onion. The second is a more modern twist on chicken salad, with grapes, walnuts, and a creamy yogurt dressing. The third recipe is a hearty chicken salad with bacon, avocado, and a tangy honey mustard dressing.

Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a special dish to serve at your next party, these chicken salad recipes are sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY QUICK DELICIOUS NO-MAYONNAISE CHICKEN SALAD

Easy Quick Delicious No-Mayonnaise Chicken Salad image

Oh, how my mother and I adore a good chicken salad sandwich, but the mayonnaise can be bit heavy at times. This recipe is super-easy and quick and really tastes gourmet. No one will be able to guess how simple it is!

Provided by butterscotchgirl

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 3 sandwiches, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 rotisserie-cooked chicken
1/2 cup sour cream (can use lowfat if desired)
3 tablespoons light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sodium-free seasoning
3 tablespoons sweet pickles, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons onions, chopped (optional)
3 whole grain buns or 6 slices whole wheat bread
3 lettuce leaves
1 tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

remove meat from chicken and cut into little chunks. i only use breast meat, but feel free to use dark meat also if you prefer.
mix together remaining ingredients in bowl.
fold in chicken.
spread a bit of dijon mustard on whole wheat bread or bun, put some chicken salad on there along with with lettuce and tomato.
enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.1, Fat 35.2, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 195.3, Sodium 316.4, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 56.3

QUICK & EASY CHICKEN SALAD

Quick & Easy Chicken Salad image

This is a very quick lunch idea for those on the go. It also makes great mini sandwiches for parties or get-togethers.

Provided by Jennifer Bass

Categories Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 4.5 oz. can chunk chicken breast
2-3 Tbsp mayonnaise
1/4 stalk celery, ends trimmed, diced
3 Tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts
20-30 red seedless grapes, quartered
1 large tomato, sliced
12 slice cocktail bread, optional
4 slice whole wheat bread, optional
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

1. Drain chicken and rinse through cold water. Drain well. In small mixing bowl, combine chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and pecans; mix well with fork. Add salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold in the grapes.
2. On toasted whole wheat bread or toasted cocktail bread, spread desired amount of chicken mixture onto one of the slices of bread. Top with a slice of tomato and the other slice of bread.
3. Store any leftover chicken salad in the refrigerator.

Tips:

To save time, use a rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken.
If you're using raw chicken, be sure to cook it to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
For a creamier chicken salad, use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt.
Add chopped celery, onion, or grapes for a more flavorful chicken salad.
Season the chicken salad to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
Serve the chicken salad on bread, crackers, or lettuce leaves.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a chicken salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.