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chicken salad recipe with canned chicken
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: low carb
Description
This Green Goddess chicken salad recipe uses canned chicken for a quick and easy high-protein meal. The dressing’s secret is a vibrant blend of fresh herbs, including parsley, chives, and tarragon, creating a savory-sweet flavor profile far superior to traditional chicken salad.
Ingredients
- 2 x 12 oz cans canned chicken, drained thoroughly
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup packed fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp packed fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Open canned chicken, drain well, and transfer to a mixing bowl. Use forks to gently shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- Make Dressing: In a separate small bowl, combine mayonnaise, parsley, chives, tarragon, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and salt. Whisk until evenly combined and the dressing is a light green color.
- Combine Salad: Add the finely diced celery to the shredded chicken. Pour the prepared Green Goddess dressing over the chicken and celery. Gently fold until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Chill and Finish: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve garnished with extra fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
This chicken salad is excellent for meal prep and keeps for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. For a lighter version, substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or light mayonnaise. Freezing is not recommended as the mayonnaise will separate upon thawing. For extra crunch, add toasted nuts just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 575 calories
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 48 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 40 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg