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Dill Pickle Canned Chicken Salad

Dill Pickle Canned Chicken Salad: Quick, Creamy & Low Carb

A quick, easy, and flavorful Dill Pickle Canned Chicken Salad that is low carb and perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Canned Chicken Drained and dried well
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Chopped, choose pickles without added sugars
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Celery Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Modify according to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Fresh or dried
  • to taste Kosher Salt Taste as you go

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • colander

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Begin by opening your canned chicken and draining it thoroughly in a colander. Use a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to gently pat the chicken dry.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chicken, diced dill pickles, finely chopped red onion, and celery. Stir gently to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, chopped dill, and a dash of kosher salt.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken mixture, using a spatula to fold everything together until evenly coated.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, enjoy your salad within the first couple of days after preparation. Check pickle labels to avoid added sugars.

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