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Dorothy Thomas

5 Ingredient Chicken Salad Recipes

A quick, creamy, and delicious chicken salad made with just 5 simple ingredients! Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups—ready in minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 249
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Cooked chicken breast Rotisserie chicken works great!
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • ½ cup Celery (finely diced) Adds crunch
  • 2 tbsp Green onions (sliced) Or sub red onion
  • To taste Salt & black pepper Optional: add lemon juice or herbs

Equipment

  •  creamy chicken salad
  • Fork or spoon for shredding
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. If using pre-cooked chicken, shred it finely with forks or chop into small pieces.
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and green onions.
  3. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
  4. For best flavor, refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Enjoy on bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps!

Notes

  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Add-Ins: Try grapes, almonds, or dried cranberries for extra flavor.
  • Dietary Swap: Use avocado instead of mayo for a dairy-free version.