This easy and delicious Martha Stewart-inspired chicken salad is perfect for a quick, light meal. Packed with creamy mayonnaise, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon, it’s a nutritious option that can be served on whole-grain bread or a bed of greens. Feel free to customize with your favourite veggies!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup diced chicken
- 1 heaping tablespoon minced red onion
- 1 heaping tablespoon minced celery
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Dash of hot sauce
- Coarse salt and ground pepper, to taste
How To Make Chicken Salad Recipe?
- Combine ingredients: Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.
- As a sandwich: For a whole-grain sandwich, layer your favourite whole-grain bread with ¼ cup (15g) baby greens (arugula works well) and chicken salad.
- On a bed of greens: For a lighter option, place 2 cups (80g) mixed salad greens on a plate, spoon the chicken salad over the top, and add 6 to 8 halved red seedless grapes.
Recipe Tips:
- Use fresh chicken: For the best flavor, use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken. Avoid pre-packaged deli meats as they can be too salty.
- Chill the salad: Let the salad sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors meld together and makes it even more delicious.
- Add crunch: If you like extra texture, toss in some chopped nuts, like almonds or walnuts, for a nice crunch.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad before serving and adjust salt, pepper, or hot sauce to your liking. Sometimes a little more lemon juice can brighten the flavors.
- Try different greens: For a unique twist, swap out arugula for spinach, mixed greens, or even lettuce for a different texture and flavor.
How To Store Leftovers?
Let the leftover chicken salad cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (344g)
- Calories: 410
- Total Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 330mg
- Potassium: Not listed
- Total Carbohydrate: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 13g
- Protein: 23g
Check out More Recipes:
- Martha Stewart Potato Salad
- Martha Stewart Roast Chicken
- Martha Stewart Chicken Soup
- Martha Stewart Chicken Pot Pie
- Martha Stewart Butternut Squash Lasagna
Martha Stewart Chicken Salad
Description
This easy and delicious Martha Stewart-inspired chicken salad is perfect for a quick, light meal. Packed with creamy mayonnaise, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon, it’s a nutritious option that can be served on whole-grain bread or a bed of greens. Feel free to customize with your favourite veggies!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.
- As a sandwich: For a whole-grain sandwich, layer your favourite whole-grain bread with ¼ cup (15g) baby greens (arugula works well) and chicken salad.
- On a bed of greens: For a lighter option, place 2 cups (80g) mixed salad greens on a plate, spoon the chicken salad over the top, and add 6 to 8 halved red seedless grapes.
Notes
- Use fresh chicken: For the best flavor, use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken. Avoid pre-packaged deli meats as they can be too salty.
- Chill the salad: Let the salad sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors meld together and makes it even more delicious.
- Add crunch: If you like extra texture, toss in some chopped nuts, like almonds or walnuts, for a nice crunch.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad before serving and adjust salt, pepper, or hot sauce to your liking. Sometimes a little more lemon juice can brighten the flavors.
- Try different greens: For a unique twist, swap out arugula for spinach, mixed greens, or even lettuce for a different texture and flavor.