Ingredients
To create this delightful dish, you’ll need a handful of fresh ingredients that are easy to find and even easier to prepare. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (for a healthier twist)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch
Feel free to adjust the ingredients to your taste, just like my abuela used to do. She was never one for strict measurements, preferring to let her senses guide her — a philosophy I’ve happily adopted.
Instructions
Let’s walk through the steps to make this delicious salad, making sure you capture the heart of this recipe with ease:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth.
- Add the diced chicken, celery, red onion, and parsley to the bowl. Mix well to ensure even coating.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice, adjusting to taste. If you’re like my grandmother, taste as you go and trust your palate.
- If desired, fold in the chopped nuts for an extra layer of texture and flavor.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International