My Favorite Chicken Salad

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This savory chicken salad is by far my favorite. I'm a huge fan of chicken salad and have tried many variations over the years. This recipe with simple, refreshing flavors and great texture is wonderful on a sandwich or served over a bed of lettuce.

Submitted by SunnyDaysNora
Updated on March 21, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes

  • 3 stalks celery, finely diced

  • ¾ cup chopped pecans

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons minced yellow onion

  • 1 ½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish

  • 2 teaspoons prepared mustard

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper

  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh dill

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon white sugar

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. Stir together chicken, celery, pecans, mayonnaise, onion, relish, mustard, pepper, dill, lemon juice, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and paprika in a large bowl until well combined. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

287 Calories
26g Fat
6g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 287
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 33%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 384mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 11g 22%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 28mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 193mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.