Description
Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a zesty, refreshing dish that combines tender chicken with crunchy dill pickles and a creamy dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or casual lunches, this salad bursts with flavor and is sure to impress your family and friends. It’s easy to make, versatile, and can be served on sandwiches or enjoyed straight from the bowl. Elevate your gatherings with this delightful recipe that guarantees happy tummies all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup crunchy dill pickles, diced
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Boil water in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 15-20 minutes until no longer pink in the center.
- Shred the chicken: Remove from pot and let cool slightly before shredding with two forks.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced dill pickles, chopped red onion, fresh dill, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Enjoy on crusty bread for sandwiches or as a refreshing bowl of goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg