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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Classic Chicken Salad Recipe

    Last Updated: May 5, 2022 by Seanna Borrows · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 2 Comments

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    Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich on a brioche bun and garnished with lettuce.

    Classic Chicken Salad - This easy recipe is made with simple ingredients and can be ready in just a few minutes. So delicious served on its own or as a classic chicken salad sandwich.

    This is an old favorite recipe from way back. Delicious classic flavors are the perfect addition to your next summer picnic or family gathering. Pair it with a fresh garden salad and a yummy dessert like our Easy Peach Cobbler.

    Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich on a brioche bun and garnished with lettuce.
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    • Here's What You Need
    • Notes on Ingredients
    • Optional Add-Ins
    • Substitution Suggestion
    • How to Make It
    • Tasty Tip
    • What Kind Of Bread To Use
    • Freezing and Storing
    • Don't Miss Our Other Chicken Recipes
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    Classic Chicken Salad in a white bowl.

    Here's What You Need

    Individual Ingredients for Classic Chicken Salad Recipe.

    Notes on Ingredients

    • whole rotisserie chicken, cut up - Check out our tutorial on How To Cut A Rotisserie Chicken in Under 3 Minutes.
    • mayonnaise - Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise
    • celery - Finely diced
    • salt
    • ground black pepper

    Optional Add-Ins

    • apples
    • red grapes
    • walnuts
    • red onion
    • shallots
    • red or green bell pepper
    • dijon mustard
    • dill
    • hard boiled eggs
    • pasta

    Substitution Suggestion

    • Chicken Substitution: Grilled, Pan Fried Cutlets, Stewed, Leftovers
    • Mayonnaise Substitution: Vegan Mayo

    How to Make It

    1. Place cut up chicken in a large bowl.

    Cut up rotisserie chicken.

    2. Add mayonnaise.

    Mayonnaise on top of cut up rotisserie chicken.

    3. Add celery.

    Diced celery added on top of mayo and cut up rotisserie chicken.

    4. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

    Ingredients for Classic Chicken Salad in a bowl uncombined.

    5. Mix all together.

    Classic Chicken Salad in a white bowl.

    Tasty Tip

    For extra creamy chicken salad, add in an extra ½ cup of mayonnaise.

    What Kind Of Bread To Use

    • croissants
    • crescent rolls
    • buttermilk biscuits
    • brioche
    • white bread
    • wheat bread
    • wraps

    Freezing and Storing

    Freezing:  We do not recommend freezing mayonnaise based salads, as the mayo can separate when it thaws.

    Storage:  Store this Classic Chicken Salad in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

    Chicken salad sandwich on brioche roll with lettuce.

    There you have it. It's as easy as that! We hope you enjoy our super simple, super tasty recipe. Try it and let us know how you like it. We'd love to hear from you!

    xo ~ Seanna

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    Chicken salad sandwich on brioche roll with lettuce.

    Classic Chicken Salad Recipe

    Classic Chicken Salad - This easy recipe is made with simple ingredients and can be ready in just a few minutes. So delicious served on its own or as a classic chicken salad sandwich.
    This is an old favorite recipe from way back. Delicious classic flavors are the perfect addition to your next summer picnic or family gathering. Pair it with a fresh garden salad and a yummy dessert like our Easy Peach Cobbler.
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    Course: Salads
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 440kcal
    Author: Seanna | Seanna's Kitchen

    Equipment

    • medium mixing bowl
    • wooden spoon
    • chefs knife
    • cutting board

    Ingredients

    • 1 whole rotisserie chicken cut up
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 cup celery finely diced
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Chicken.  Place cut up chicken in a large bowl.  See Substitution Note.
    • Add Mayonnaise.  Add the mayonnaise.  See Substitution Note.
    • Add Celery.  Add celery.
    • Season.  Season with salt and ground black pepper.
    • Combine.  Stir together and mix well to combine.

    Notes

    Ingredient Notes:  

    • whole rotisserie chicken, cut up - Check out our tutorial on How To Cut A Rotisserie Chicken in Under 3 Minutes.
    • mayonnaise - Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise

    Optional Add-Ins:

    • apples
    • red grapes
    • walnuts
    • red onion
    • shallots
    • red or green bell pepper
    • dijon mustard
    • dill
    • hard boiled eggs
    • pasta

    Substitutions:

    • Chicken Substitution: Grilled, Pan Fried Cutlets, Stewed, Leftovers
    • Mayonnaise Substitution: Vegan Mayo

    Pro Tips:

    For extra creamy chicken salad, add in an extra ½ cup of mayonnaise.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • croissants
    • crescent rolls
    • buttermilk biscuits
    • brioche
    • white bread
    • wheat bread
    • wraps
    • on a bed of lettuce, or arugula
    • garnish with lettuce
    • or sliced tomato

    Freezing and Storage:

    Freezing:  We do not recommend freezing mayonnaise based salads, as the mayo can separate when it thaws.
    Storage:  Store this tasty recipe in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 985mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    1. Russ B

      May 05, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      Sooo good!

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      • Seanna

        May 05, 2022 at 5:15 pm

        Thank you so much!!

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