Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Recipe
This Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a tangy and creamy mix of shredded chicken, crunchy dill pickles, and fresh dill, perfect for a quick lunch or snack. Combining a zingy pickle juice dressing with the richness of mayonnaise, this salad delivers a refreshing twist on classic chicken salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Chicken
- 20 oz canned chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken
Pickle & Dressing
- 2 dill pickles, diced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tbsp dill pickle juice
- 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped (or dried dill)
- Salt to taste, if needed
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Drain any excess liquid from the canned chicken or shred the rotisserie chicken finely to create an even texture for the salad.
- Chop Pickles: Dice the dill pickles into small, bite-sized pieces to evenly distribute throughout the salad.
- Mix Dressing: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, dill pickle juice, and fresh or dried dill. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chicken and diced pickles to the dressing mixture. Stir gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Season: Taste the salad and add salt if necessary, keeping in mind the saltiness of the pickles and mustard already in the mix.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving. Enjoy it as a sandwich filler, on crackers, or over salad greens.
Notes
- Use fresh dill for a brighter flavor, but dried dill works well if fresh is unavailable.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for some or all of the mayonnaise to reduce fat content and add protein.
- Adjust the amount of pickle juice and mustard based on your taste preference for tanginess and spiciness.
- Great as a make-ahead meal that stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve on whole grain bread or lettuce wraps for a lighter option.
