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Easy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad (High Protein & Low Carb)


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  • Author: chef-emmy
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein, Low Carb

Description

A refreshing twist on classic chicken salad with rotisserie chicken and dill pickles, packed with protein and low in carbs.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
  • ¾ cup dill pickles, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh dill, finely chopped (about ⅓ cup)
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup mayo (preferably avocado oil mayo)
  • 2 tbsp mustard (1 tbsp grainy, 1 tbsp dijon)
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • ½-1 tsp salt


Instructions

  1. Finely shred or dice up 3 cups of rotisserie chicken.
  2. Roughly chop ¾ cup of dill pickles.
  3. Finely chop ½ cup of celery.
  4. Finely mince one bunch of fresh dill (about ⅓ cup).
  5. In a large bowl, combine ⅓ cup of Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup of mayo, and 2 tbsp of dijon & grainy mustard.
  6. Add the zest and juice from one lemon.
  7. Whisk to combine; you can also choose to only use Greek yogurt or mayo depending on your dietary preferences, adding a total of ½ cup.
  8. Add the chicken, dill pickles, celery, and dill to the bowl with the dressing.
  9. Toss until everything is fully coated in the dressing.
  10. Taste and salt to preference.
  11. Chill for 15 minutes before enjoying.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for a better flavor and chill before serving for the best taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg