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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

Dill Pickle Chicken Salad - A Tangy, High-Protein Delight

A vibrant and exciting Dill Pickle Chicken Salad packed with 35 grams of protein and only 5 grams of carbs, perfect for a healthy lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken shredded or chopped
  • ¾ cup dill pickles roughly chopped
  • ½ cup celery finely chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh dill finely chopped
  • cup plain Greek yogurt or substitute with mayo
  • cup mayonnaise avocado oil mayo is healthier
  • 2 tablespoons mustard any type
  • 1 whole lemon fresh juice and zest
  • to taste salt adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding or chopping 3 cups of rotisserie chicken into a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine ⅓ cup of plain Greek yogurt with ⅓ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of mustard, and the zest and juice of 1 fresh lemon. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add ¾ cup of roughly chopped dill pickles, ½ cup of finely chopped celery, and 1 bunch of finely chopped fresh dill to the chicken. Fold gently.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring carefully until well coated. Season with salt to taste.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve in low-carb wraps, sandwiches, or as a dip with crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and also freezes well for up to 2 months.

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