Canned Chicken salad Recipe
Quick and Easy Canned Chicken Salad Recipe. Ready in 8 minutes! Perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, or as a salad topping. Packed with protein and customizable to fit any diet.
Equipment
- Medium mixing bowl
- Fork (for flaking chicken)
- Spoon or spatula (for mixing)
- Cutting board & knife (for veggies)
- Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
- 2 12.5 oz cans of cooked chicken, drained
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley sliced grapes, or chopped nuts for added texture
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine canned chicken, mayo, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Add celery, red onion, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve chilled on bread, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g