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Creamy chicken salad in a bowl with a spoon on a wooden table

Easy Chicken Salad with Mayo

This budget-friendly chicken salad with mayo is perfect for quick meal prep. Creamy, flavorful, and made with simple ingredients, it's a go-to lunch or dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 12.5 oz each chunk chicken breast, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery about 2 stalks
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion about 1/2 small onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley

Method
 

  1. Drain the canned chicken and place it in a medium bowl. Use a fork to break it into small shreds.
  2. Add mayonnaise, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional herbs to the bowl.
  3. Stir everything together until well combined and evenly coated.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Serve on bread, with crackers, or over lettuce.