My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad Recipe

Craving a truly savory chicken salad? This recipe ditches the fruit and delivers the authentic, salty flavor of a classic New York deli. Inspired by a beloved Boulder, CO deli (now sadly closed!), this recipe recreates that unforgettable taste. No raisins, no grapes, no sweetness – just perfectly seasoned chicken salad. Enjoy it on toasted bagels, in pitas, or even fancy croissants! Prepare to be transported back to that beloved deli.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 367.9 kcal

Protein 61g

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Ingredients for My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad

Chicken Breasts
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Onion Powder
Garlic Powder

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How to Make My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad

Cook chicken breast until fully cooked through. Shred or chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Add the Dijon mustard and relish. Gently fold into the chicken salad.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or Dijon mustard to your preference.
Serve on toasted bagels, in pita bread, or croissants. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

Fat

26g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad?

My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad?

My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad has approximately 367.9 calories per serving, with about 61 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad?

The key ingredients for My Favorite Savory Chicken Salad are Chicken Breasts, Mayonnaise, Celery, Salt, Black Pepper, Onion Powder. See the full list with measurements above.