Description
Mediterranean-inspired rotisserie chicken salad blends zesty herbs with crisp vegetables and tender pulled chicken. Fresh ingredients create a light, satisfying meal perfect for summer lunch or quick dinner that makes you crave each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 rotisserie chicken (about 5 cups pulled chicken)
- 1 boiled egg, chopped
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Dressing and Seasonings:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Mix-Ins:
- 1/2 to 1 cup grapes (halved)
- 1/2 to 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 to 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 to 1 cup diced apples
- 1/4 cup crispy crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Extract tender, succulent meat from rotisserie chicken by gently pulling it apart into delicate, bite-sized morsels using your fingers or a fork.
- Whisk together creamy mayonnaise, bright lemon juice, aromatic poultry seasoning, and a pinch of salt in a spacious mixing vessel until the dressing achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Gently fold the shredded chicken, crisp diced celery, and finely chopped onion into the prepared dressing, ensuring each morsel is luxuriously coated with the creamy mixture.
- Transfer the salad to a sealed container and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Serve the chilled chicken salad as a versatile filling for sandwiches, wraps, or nestled within fresh lettuce cups, or enjoy alongside a selection of crisp crackers.
Notes
- Choose rotisserie chicken at the peak of freshness for maximum flavor and tender meat texture.
- Dice celery and onions uniformly to ensure consistent crunch and distribution throughout the salad.
- Adjust mayonnaise quantity based on personal preference for creaminess, adding gradually to control consistency.
- Enhance protein content by incorporating Greek yogurt alongside mayonnaise for a lighter, tangier version of the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg