Best Chicken Salad Ever ~ The Recipe Bandit (2024)

Light and creamy chicken salad made with cooked or canned chicken, red onion, crisp celery, and just the right amount of seasoning, Best Chicken Salad Ever is our version of this family favorite recipe!

I have been blessed to have had some really fantastic everyday recipes shared with me over the years and this is one of them. This recipe for the Best Chicken Salad Ever is in regular rotation in our house because it is so versatile!

Delicious as a sandwich, in a wrap, and even on it’s own right out of the bowl, this is less expensive than the deli version and super easy to make. If you haven’t tried it, you really should. It could become a new favorite in your house too.

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Weight Watchers Points = 3 per serving (Point Breakdown in Recipe Notes)

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A NOTE ABOUT A Lighter Take on this Classic Favorite

We have made this recipe literally hundreds of times with great results. When we started making healthier changes to our eating habits, we lightened up the recipe buy making just two small changes, substituting light sour cream and light mayonnaise.

These changes didn’t seem to change the taste at all but they substantially changed the amount of calories and fat in the recipe. When counting Weight Watchers points, these small changes brought the points down from 11 points per serving to only 3 points per serving and it is still delicious!

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How to Make The Best Chicken Salad Ever

One day I was making Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip and the recipe called for pre-made chicken salad from the deli. When I arrived at the grocery store to pick some up the price was a LOT higher than I was expecting to pay.

Don’t get me wrong, I love the convenience of pre-made, but since it is literally made up of leftover chicken and pantry staples I have a really hard time paying that much for it. So I didn’t.

This recipe for the Best Chicken Salad Ever came from a friend who answered the call when I put a plea out on Facebook for a good chicken salad recipe. She often used leftover rotisserie chicken when she made it but since I didn’t have any leftover chicken I thought I would try to make it with canned chicken from Costco. And it was amazing. Simple and so good. And a new favorite recipe was born.

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To make the BEST chicken salad ever – start with shredding or chopping three cups of cooked chicken.

If you are using the Costco canned chicken (two 12.5 ounce cans), drain, put into a bowl and shred with a fork.

Add 1/4 cup of chopped red onion and stir.

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Add celery, lemon juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, salt and pepper and stir to combine well.

Chill until ready to use. That’s all there is to it!

As mentioned previously you can use this to make Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip or you can just make some pretty fantastic little sandwiches. You can also serve it with crackers, on a salad, or just eat it with a fork. It is THAT good without the crazy price tag at the grocery store deli. Enjoy!

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Other Favorite Recipes You May Like

Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip – The recipe that started it all! This Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip uses Deli chicken salad to add a delicious twist to a potluck favorite!

Bite Sized Sausage Rolls – the BEST bite sized sausage rolls that I have ever tasted. Yum.

Party Pretzel Bites – these delicious little bites are addictive and always welcomed at any gathering.

Quick and Easy Bruschetta – restaurant quality Bruschetta is hiding in the ingredients in your refrigerator!

Easy Homemade Ranch Dip – just seven simple pantry ingredients to create a delicious and easy Homemade Ranch Dip!

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Best Chicken Salad Ever

Light and creamy Best Chicken Salad Ever is made with chicken, red onion, crisp celery, and just the right amount of seasoning!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 cups

Calories: 639kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken (leftover shredded chicken, rotisserie chicken or 2 cans Costco canned chicken)
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 2 pieces of celery (including leafy tops) chopped, about one cup
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Finely chop red onion and celery.

  • In a medium bowl, break up, finely chop or shred the chicken.

  • Add chopped onion and celery, lemon juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, salt and pepper and stir to combine.

  • Chill until ready to use. Enjoy!

Notes

This is delicious on it’s own – pecans or walnuts can be added if not using for the Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe. Also makes excellent sandwiches and cracker spread.

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Nutrition *

Calories: 639kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 27g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 853mg | Potassium: 381mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 157IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg

* The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.

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FAQs

Where is the chicken salad from TikTok? ›

East 81st Street Deli in Cleveland recently went viral on TikTok for a signature salad. We spoke with owner Wael Herbawi, who sold almost 1,000 orders in just one day this week.

Who is the chicken salad girl? ›

Her voice helped her neighborhood deli's chicken salad go viral. Now, Tanisha Godfrey is promoting her own recipe for success after securing brand deals. Tanisha Godfrey is the voice behind the sound that has everyone running to E.

How many days must the chicken salad be served? ›

Generally, chicken salad will only last three to five days, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). You must store the chicken salad in the fridge to maintain its freshness. As a refresher, the fridge should be set at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below per the USDA.

Where did the chicken salad meme come from? ›

A woman accidentally became the spokesperson for a local Cleveland deli, thanks to her viral commentary. Nisha Godfrey stopped by East 81st St. Deli one day.

Where does Kim Kardashian get her salad from? ›

The Health Nut Restaurant in Calabasas is a local favorite, and now it's going worldwide with the help of the Kardashians. The restaurant has been featured on many television shows, but this latest exposure is sure to bring in new customers from all over.

What does Chicken Salad Chick give you on your birthday? ›

Plus, as a Craving Credits member, you'll receive an Original Chick meal on your birthday—no charge! It's just one of the ways we spread joy.

Is chicken salad healthy? ›

Chicken salad is packed with lean protein, vitamins, and minerals, and it can certainly be part of a healthy meal and an overall healthy diet.

Can you eat chicken salad while pregnant? ›

The CDC website is the resource for that, too. Tuna in a can is fine. As for the tuna salad that you buy at the grocery store: the CDC recommendation is to avoid eating any cold salads such as tuna salad, chicken salad or anything you've bought in the grocery store that's been prepared and has been sitting out.

Is it okay to eat chicken salad every day? ›

Depending on the other ingredients, it may also contain fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Using mayonnaise or serving the salad on a croissant, on the other hand, adds calories and fat. As a result, it's better to eat chicken salad in moderation as part of a well-rounded diet.

Can I freeze chicken salad? ›

Although chicken salad can last three or four days in the fridge, you want to freeze it before it's three days old. “Place chicken salad in a ziplock bag, removing as much air as possible before placing it in the freezer,” Hunt says. If freezing leftover chicken salad with mayo, keep your quality expectations low.

Can you eat chicken salad that was left out overnight? ›

The U.S. Department of Agriculture identifies a temperature range between 40°F (4°C) and 140°F (60°C) as the “Danger Zone” for foodborne illnesses. Leaving chicken salad at room temperature for even a few hours allows bacteria to multiply, increasing the risk of food poisoning.

How do you keep chicken salad from getting soggy? ›

  1. “How do you keep chicken salad sandwiches from getting soggy?”
  2. Start by reducing the moisture in the salad: using less dressing (mayo, Salad dressing, yogurt, etc.) ...
  3. Butter the inside of the bread as the fat in the butter will delay/prevent the moister from soaking into the bread.
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Should the chicken in chicken salad be hot or cold? ›

Breast meat is the best meat. This is a statement that rarely holds true, except in the case of chicken salad. Since chicken salad is served cold, chicken breast is preferable—it's got a much more pleasant mouthfeel than dark meat when eaten at lower temps.

Where did Chicken Salad Chick come from? ›

Stacy Brown and her husband Kevin Brown founded Chicken Salad Chick in 2008 in Auburn, AL. The business idea came out of her love for making and serving chicken salad, a recipe that was passed down from her grandmother.

Where is the creator of salad fingers from? ›

David Firth was born on 23 January 1983 in Doncaster, England, UK. He is an actor and director, known for Salad Fingers (2004), Burnt Face Man (2004) and Jerry Jackson (2005).

Where is the chicken dance from? ›

A German band decided to play the song at the 1981 Tulsa Oktoberfest. Organizers tried to find a duck costume for the dance, but could only find a chicken costume from a local TV station. Eventually, "The Duck Dance" became the chicken dance. History was made here in Tulsa.

What restaurant went viral on TikTok? ›

Ethiopian restaurant was struggling. Then its TikTok went viral. The TikTok, which got nearly 1 million views in five days, has helped bring a surge of customers to Dukem Ethiopian Restaurant.

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