Description
This Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a creamy, tangy, protein-packed dish made with tender chicken, crunchy dill pickles, fresh herbs, and a flavorful dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups, Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a quick and satisfying recipe ideal for meal prep, lunches, or picnics.
Ingredients
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3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
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1/2 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons pickle juice
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
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1 celery stalk, finely diced
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2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Combine Chicken & Pickles:
In a large mixing bowl, add shredded or diced chicken and chopped dill pickles. -
Add Crunch & Herbs:
Stir in diced celery and fresh dill. -
Prepare Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth. -
Mix Together:
Pour dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated. -
Adjust Flavor:
Taste and add more pickle juice, salt, or pepper if needed. -
Chill:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Pat pickles dry before chopping to prevent excess moisture.Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.Swap all Greek yogurt or all mayonnaise depending on preferred texture.Add chopped red onion, green onions, or shredded cheddar for variation.Stir before serving if liquid settles.
