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

✅ Tips for the Best Chicken Salad

Userotisserie chicken
Saves time and adds flavor
Don’t skip theGreek yogurt
Reduces mayo, adds protein and tang
Chop celery finely
Better texture and crunch
Soak red onion in cold water
Reduces sharpness
Add lemon juice
Brightens flavor and prevents browning

🕒 Make ahead: Stores well for 3–4 days in the fridge.

🥗 Ways to Serve Deli-Style Chicken Salad

🥪 On whole-grain bread or croissants
Classic deli sandwich
🌯 In a lettuce wrap or collard green wrap
Low-carb, gluten-free option
🥗 Over mixed greens
Turn it into a protein-packed salad
🍽️ With crackers or cucumber slices
Great for snacks or parties
🥙 In a pita or flatbread
Portable and filling

✅ Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or quick lunches.

🥣 Make It Your Own: Easy Variations

Love the base? Try these fun twists:

  • 🍏 Apple & Pecan – Add diced apple and toasted pecans for sweetness and crunch
  • 🥜 Curry Chicken Salad – Mix in 1 tsp curry powder and golden raisins
  • 🥑 Avocado Lime – Swap mayo for mashed avocado + lime juice (dairy-free)
  • 🌶️ Spicy Kick – Add a dash of hot sauce or diced jalapeño
  • 🍆 Greek Style – Add chopped cucumber, olives, and oregano
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