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Homemade canned chicken salad recipe in a rustic bowl with herbs and lemon

Canned Chicken Salad Recipe: A Quick, Tasty Meal for Busy Days

Lina Vexley
This Canned Chicken Salad Recipe is the perfect go-to meal when you're looking for something quick, flavorful, and nutritious. With lean protein from canned chicken, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing, it's a satisfying dish for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • "1 can 12.5 oz of canned chicken, drained and shredded",
  • "1/2 cup celery chopped",
  • "1/4 cup red bell pepper chopped",
  • "1/4 cup cucumber chopped",
  • "2 tablespoons mayonnaise"
  • "1 tablespoon Dijon mustard"
  • "1 tablespoon lemon juice"
  • "1 teaspoon honey optional",
  • "Fresh parsley chopped (optional)",
  • "Salt and pepper to taste"

Instructions
 

  • "Drain and shred the canned chicken. Place in a large mixing bowl.",
  • "Add chopped celery, red bell pepper, and cucumber to the chicken.",
  • "In a separate small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey (optional), salt, and pepper.",
  • "Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables, and toss to combine until everything is evenly coated.",
  • "Garnish with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later use.

Notes

"For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.",
"This salad can be served over a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.",
"Add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes if you like a bit of spice!"

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword canned chicken, chicken salad, healthy salad, quick salad
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