Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Craving a lunch that breaks the monotony? Say goodbye to boring sandwiches and hello to Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad! It's quick to throw together, packed with flavor, surprisingly healthy, and guaranteed to be a hit. I know I’m always looking for ways to make lunchtime exciting (and let’s be honest, not a chore!) – and this recipe does exactly that. Forget the same old chicken salad –this one is about to become your new obsession.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

My grandmother, Nana Jo, always had a jar of homemade pickles on her counter. Whenever we visited, I’d sneak one (or three!). This Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad reminds me of those afternoons, bringing together the familiar comfort of her kitchen with a modern, healthy twist. It’s more than just a recipe; it’s a taste of home.

Ingredients

• Chicken:
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
• Dill Pickle Delight:
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup dill pickle juice
• Veggies & Herbs:
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• Creamy Base:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (light or regular)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• Seasoning:
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Combine the Chicken: In a medium bowl, add shredded chicken .
2. Add the Tang: Stir in chopped dill pickles and dill pickle juice.
3. Introduce the Veggies: Add diced red onion, celery, and fresh dill.
4. Make it Creamy: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
5. Mix it All: Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken mixture and gently toss until well combined.
6. Season to Perfection: Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Chill (Optional): For best flavor, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
8. Serve: Enjoy on croissants, lettuce wraps, crackers, or all by itself!

Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

A quick, flavorful, and healthy chicken salad recipe with a dill pickle twist. Perfect for a satisfying lunch!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Chill Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

Chicken

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast

Dill Pickle Delight

• 1/2 cup dill pickles finely chopped
• 1/4 cup dill pickle juice

Veggies & Herbs

• 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
• 1/4 cup celery finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped

Creamy Base

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise light or regular
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Seasoning

• salt to taste
• pepper to taste

Equipment

• Medium Bowl
• Small Bowl
• Whisk

Method

 

1. In a medium bowl, add shredded chicken.
   2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
2. Stir in chopped dill pickles and dill pickle juice.
   1/2 cup dill pickles, 1/4 cup dill pickle juice
3. Add diced red onion, celery, and fresh dill.
   1/4 cup red onion, 1/4 cup celery, 2 tablespoons fresh dill
4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
   1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
5. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken mixture and gently toss until well combined.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste.
   salt, pepper
7. For best flavor, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
8. Enjoy on croissants, lettuce wraps, crackers, or all by itself!