This post may contain affiliate links.For more information, please see our affiliate policy.Leave a ReviewJump to RecipeStart with leftover chicken and this Chicken Salad Recipe takes just 5 minutes to toss together.

Ideal for meal prep or a quick make-ahead lunch idea, this Chicken Salad can be dressed up with your favorite mix-ins and herbs.  Meggan’s notes Some recipes are perfect as-is and don’t need to be reinvented a million ways.As a classically-trained chef, I knew I could deliver a chicken salad recipe that tastes exactly the way you remember it should, and it doesn’t need to reimagined for the modern world.

Toss it together in 5 minutes or less or slather on a flaky croissant, crunchy toast, or buttery crackers.It’s also delicious on grilled bread as a Chicken Salad Melt! Looking to switch it up? Try Curry Chicken Salad or Tuna Salad instead.Table of ContentsMeggan’s notesIngredients for Chicken SaladIngredient notesHow to Make Homemade Chicken SaladClassic Chicken Salad Recipe Tips & VariationsHow to serve the Best Chicken Salad RecipeHomemade Chicken Salad Recipe FAQsSimple Chicken Salad Recipe Recipe Ingredients for Chicken Salad At a Glance: Here is a quick snapshot of what ingredients are in this recipe.

Please see the recipe card below for specific quantities.Ingredient notes Mayonnaise: I love Hellman’s, Duke’s, and Best Foods, but any brand will work.(Just skip Miracle Whip or other mayo-style dressings.

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