Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Rotisserie Chicken Salad is a creamy, crunchy, and flavorful dish made with shredded rotisserie chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy mayo-based dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served over greens, it’s quick, versatile, and great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including chill time)
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard)
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion or green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup halved grapes, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped apples, 1/4 cup toasted almonds, fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
Remove skin and bones from rotisserie chicken, then shred or chop meat into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, onion, and any optional add-ins.
- In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled on sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or over greens.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken adds convenience and flavor, but any cooked chicken works.
- Chill before serving for best flavor.
- Greek yogurt or mashed avocado can replace some or all of the mayo.
- Fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or chives brighten the flavor.
- Best served cold—do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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