Betty Crocker's Light Lemon Dijon Chicken Salad Recipe

This vibrant and zesty Lemon Dijon Chicken Salad is ready in just 20 minutes! A quick, easy recipe with minimal ingredients—most of which you probably already have in your pantry. Perfect for a light lunch, weeknight dinner, or potluck contribution. The bright lemon and tangy Dijon dressing complements the juicy chicken and crisp vegetables beautifully.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 207.8 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Betty Crocker's Light Lemon Dijon Chicken Salad

  • 1/4 cup Low Fat Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 Garlic Clove, minced
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce
  • 1.5 cups Cooked Chicken Breasts, shredded or diced
  • Sun Dried Tomato
  • 2 Hard Boiled Eggs, sliced
  • Green Onions
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced Red Onion
  • 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese

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How to Make Betty Crocker's Light Lemon Dijon Chicken Salad

  1. In a screw-top jar, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 clove minced garlic. Shake well to combine.
  2. Refrigerate the dressing for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Prepare your salad components: Cooked chicken (about 1.5 cups, shredded or diced), 4 cups of mixed greens (such as romaine, butter lettuce, or spinach), 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved, and 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced.
  4. Arrange the lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, and egg slices on four individual plates.
  5. Drizzle the chilled dressing evenly over each salad.
  6. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion and 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice). Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

15g

Carbs

1g