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Bowl of keto chicken salad with fresh dill garnish and celery sticks

Keto Chicken Salad with Picnic-Ready Deli Flavor

This keto chicken salad brings all the tangy, creamy deli flavor you crave without the carbs. Perfect for picnics, meal prep, or a quick lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced (about 1 lb)
  • 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish or finely chopped pickles plus 1 tbsp brine
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely diced celery
  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of monk fruit or allulose sweetener optional

Method
 

  1. If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and bones, then shred or dice the meat into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, pickle relish (or chopped pickles plus brine), mustard, and sweetener if using.
  3. Add the chicken, celery, red onion, and fresh herbs to the bowl.
  4. Stir until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, give it a final stir and adjust seasoning if needed.