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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Zesty Dill Pickle Chicken Salad for a Refreshing Lunch Treat

A refreshing Dill Pickle Chicken Salad perfect for casual lunches, featuring tender chicken, crunchy pickles, and a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 breasts Boneless, Skinless Chicken Essential protein source
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Base for a creamy dressing; Greek yogurt can be substituted for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Provides brightness and balances flavors
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Choose crunchy varieties for best texture
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Enhances flavor with aromatic notes
For Seasoning
  • to Salt Season to taste
  • to Pepper Season to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Forks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by filling a large pot with water and bringing it to a gentle boil over medium heat. Carefully add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the chicken is done.
  2. Once your cooked chicken has cooled enough to handle, use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large mixing bowl.
  3. In the bowl with your shredded chicken, add the diced dill pickles, finely chopped red onion, and fresh dill. Add desired mayonnaise and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 1 hour.
  5. Remove from the refrigerator, and serve on crusty bread for hearty sandwiches or over a bed of greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Don't skip the chilling step! It enhances the flavors.

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