Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
A comforting dish combining tender chicken with the tang of dill pickles, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb. chicken breasts, boiled, then shredded or diced small Provides protein and a tender base
- ¾ cup dill pickle, diced small Adds tang and crunch
- ½ cup celery, diced small For crunch and moisture
- ⅓ cup red onion, diced small Adds mild sweetness and color
- 2 pieces hard-boiled eggs, grated Contributes creaminess and richness
Dressing
- ½ cup 0% Greek yogurt Light, creamy texture and tanginess
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Adds depth and a slight heat
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed Brightens flavor
- 1 tablespoon water Helps adjust consistency
- ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Adds richness
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder Adds savoriness
- kosher salt to taste kosher salt Enhances overall flavor
- few turns cracked black pepper cracked black pepper Adds subtle heat
Herbs
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped small Provides herbal flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Boil the chicken until fully cooked, which typically takes about 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Once done, remove them from the pot and let them cool slightly. You can shred or dice the chicken into small pieces.
- While the chicken cools, chop the dill pickles, celery, and red onion into small, uniform pieces.
- Grate the hard-boiled eggs in a bowl to ensure they blend well into the salad.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, dill pickles, celery, red onion, and grated eggs. Gently mix to combine.
Making the Dressing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, water, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Combining
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture in your large bowl and fold it together gently to coat everything.
- Finally, add the fresh dill and stir gently to combine.
Notes
Allow the salad to sit for a bit before serving to help the flavors meld together.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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