Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
A creamy and crunchy chicken salad featuring diced dill pickles, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded or chopped cooked chicken provides protein and texture
- 1 cup diced dill pickles adds crunch and tang
- 1/3 cup sliced green onions provides mild onion flavor
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened adds creaminess
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise adds moisture and flavor
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice enhances flavor
- 3/4 teaspoon dried dill adds herbal notes
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder adds savory depth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances overall flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper adds a hint of spice
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by preparing your ingredients. Gather your cooked chicken, dill pickles, green onions, cream cheese, mayonnaise, dill pickle juice, and spices. Make sure the cream cheese is softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix until they form a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Add the dill pickle juice to the mixture and continue to mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the shredded or chopped chicken into the creamy mixture.
- Fold in the diced dill pickles and sliced green onions, combining everything thoroughly.
- Season the mixture with dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to ensure the spices are well mixed in.
Notes
Chill the salad for a bit before serving to allow the flavors to meld together nicely. Adjust the amount of pickles based on your taste preference. Consider serving with fresh herbs or additional pickles on the side.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 680mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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