Description
Dill pickle chicken salad is a tangy and crunchy delight that brings together tender chicken, zesty dill pickles, and creamy Greek yogurt. This refreshing dish is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or quick lunches. With its vibrant ingredients and easy preparation, it’s a nostalgic favorite that will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that’s bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup crunchy dill pickles, chopped
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken cool slightly, then shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard until smooth. Add shredded chicken and mix well.
- Fold in chopped dill pickles, celery, red onion, and fresh dill until evenly coated.
- Season with additional salt and pepper as desired. For enhanced flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg