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The BEST Rotisserie Chicken Salad – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The BEST Rotisserie Chicken Salad

A truly great chicken salad recipe that is creamy, savory, and endlessly versatile. This recipe uses a store-bought rotisserie chicken for a game-changing shortcut that saves time and infuses the salad with a deep, roasted flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups (450 g / 15.9 oz) shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 rib celery / 40g (1.41 oz), finely chopped
  • ¼ cup (40 g / 1.41 oz) red onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup (115 g / 4.1 oz) good-quality mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g / 1.06 oz) dill pickle relish
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • For serving: butter lettuce leaves, croissants, or crackers
  • Pro-Tips for the Perfect Chicken Salad
  • Use both the white and dark meat from the rotisserie chicken. The dark meat adds incredible moisture and a richer flavor to the final salad.
  • For an extra creamy and tangy dressing, substitute a portion of the mayonnaise with full-fat Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
  • The 1-hour chilling time is crucial. It's not just for serving the salad cold; it's the key step that allows the flavors of the onion, celery, and relish to fully meld into the dressing.

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, finely chopped celery, diced red onion, mayonnaise, and dill relish.
  2. Stir everything together until the chicken is evenly coated and all are well combined.
  3. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking.
  4. For the best flavor, cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  5. Serve cold on lettuce leaves, in a sandwich, or with your favorite crackers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  6. Don't be afraid to customize!
  7. Add a handful of halved red grapes for sweetness, toasted pecans for crunch, or fresh herbs like dill or chives for a burst of freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 26g

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