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Chicken Salad Chick Olivia's Old South

A classic Southern chicken salad recipe known for its creamy texture and savory flavor, perfect for lunch or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 2 tbsp celery, finely minced
  • 2/3 cup Duke's Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier substitute.
  • 1/8 tsp onion powder
  • 2 units hard-boiled eggs, peeled and diced
  • 3 tbsp sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tbsp pickle juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Use a food processor or Kitchen Aid to shred your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Finely mince your celery until the pieces are barely visible.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, minced celery, diced eggs, sweet pickle relish, mayonnaise, and onion powder.
  4. Stir the mixture until well combined, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the chicken salad on bread, with crackers, or over a salad.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. This dish can be served fresh or as a warm dip if slightly heated and served with cheese.