Name: Classic Chicken Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon lemon pepper; 1/2–1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups); 1–2 celery stalks, finely chopped; 2 green onions, finely chopped; 1–2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional); Lettuce, bread, and/or crackers, for serving

Classic Chicken Salad

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A classic chicken salad is just what your summer needs. Easy ingredients and perfect to bring to a family gathering, this salad is a weeknight winner.

Author: Addie Gundry
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 4 cups 1x
Category: Salads & Dressings

Ingredients

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2/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2–1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)
1–2 celery stalks, finely chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
1–2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
Lettuce, bread, and/or crackers, for serving

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, relish, mustard, lemon pepper, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Mix in the chicken, celery, and green onions. Add hard-boiled eggs (if using). Mix again.
Cover and chill for 2 hours or longer.
Serve on a bed of lettuce with bread or crackers or in a sandwich.

Notes

To cook the chicken, place the breasts on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Find it online: https://foodgardening.mequoda.com/recipe/classic-chicken-salad/