Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad mixes shredded chicken with briny dill pickles, crisp celery, and creamy mayo dressing spiked with pickle juice for tangy sandwich filler or lettuce wrap lunch. Ready in 15 minutes, it serves 4-6 with addictive crunch and pickle punch.

Why This Recipe Works

Pickle juice tenderizes chicken perfectly. Celery delivers snap without wateriness. Fresh dill elevates beyond dried. Greek yogurt lightens without sacrificing creaminess. Make-ahead chilling melds flavors.

Ingredients & Prep

Salad:

• 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• ¾ cup dill pickles, chopped
• ½ cup celery, finely diced
• ¼ cup red onion, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Dressing:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp pickle juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt, pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
2. Combine chicken, pickles, celery, onion, dill in large bowl.
3. Fold in dressing until evenly coated.
4. Chill 30 minutes; adjust seasoning.
5. Serve on croissants, lettuce wraps, or crackers.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate airtight 4 days. Don’t freeze.

FAQs

Too dry?
More pickle juice; less chicken.

Pickles soft?
Chop just before mixing.

Healthier?
All yogurt; no mayo.

Conclusion

Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad pickles lunch perfection tangy bliss.

Crunchy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Recipe

Print Recipe

Crunchy dill pickle chicken salad is creamy, tangy, and packed with texture from crisp pickles and celery. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light protein-rich lunch.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Salad
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely chopped or shredded
• 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely diced
• 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp pickle juice
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill

Instructions

• 1. In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, dill pickles, celery, and red onion.
• 2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, pepper, and salt.
• 3. Pour dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
• 4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
• 5. Chill for at least 15 minutes for best flavor.
• 6. Serve in sandwiches, wraps, on crackers, or over greens.

Notes

• Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
• Add chopped nuts for extra crunch if desired.
• Keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 320
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 620mg
• Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 24g
• Cholesterol: 85mg

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