Deli-Style Chicken Salad – Creamy, Crunchy & Ready in 15 Minutes!

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
    (rotisserie, grilled, or canned)

⅓ cup mayonnaise (or light mayo for a lighter version)

  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (adds creaminess + protein)

½ cup celery, finely chopped

  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried)

1 tbsp lemon juice

  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins:

    2 tbsp chopped pickles or relish

    • ¼ tsp garlic powder
    • ½ avocado, mashed (for creaminess + healthy fats)

🥣 Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients
    • In a large bowl, mix chicken, mayo, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
  2. Add crunch & flavor
    • Stir in celery, red onion, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper.
  3. Chill (Optional but Recommended)
    • Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to let flavors blend.
  4. Serve & Enjoy!
    • Use as a sandwich filling, lettuce wrap, or serve over greens.
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