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gluten free chicken salad

gluten free chicken salad

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This is a lifesaver, a culinary hug on a busy day, and a dish that truly brings joy to our table. It is perfectly creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor, making it a truly delicious gluten free chicken salad that everyone can enjoy. It's easy to prepare, naturally gluten-free, versatile, and excellent for meal prep.

  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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3 cups Cooked Chicken Breast
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
2 stalks Celery
1/4 cup Red Onio
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley
1 tsp Dijon Mustard
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Ensure your cooked chicken breast is cooled. Then, either shred it finely using two forks or dice it into small, uniform pieces. Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl
  2. Chop the Veggies: Finely dice the celery and red onion. Chop the fresh parsley. Add these prepared vegetables to the bowl with the chicke
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. This creates the creamy dressing for your gluten free chicken salad
  4. Season the Dressing: Add salt and black pepper to the mayonnaise mixture. Whisk again to combine thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed; you want a well-balanced flavor for your gluten free chicken salad
  5. Mix Everything Together: Pour the seasoned dressing over the chicken and vegetables in the large mixing bowl. Using a spatula or large spoon, gently fold all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated. Make sure no dry spots remain, ensuring every bite of your gluten free chicken salad is perfectly seasoned
  6. Chill (Optional but Recommended): For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate the gluten free chicken salad for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully
  7. Serve: Once chilled, give the gluten free chicken salad a final stir and serve it as desired

Notes

For extra ease, use rotisserie chicken.

Ensure uniform pieces of celery and onion for balanced flavor and texture.

Fresh lemon juice brightens flavors; a little zest can add more aroma.

Taste and adjust seasonings (salt, pepper, mustard, lemon) to suit your palate.

Chilling for at least 30 minutes (or a few hours) allows flavors to meld beautifully.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Do not freeze, as mayonnaise-based salads tend to separate upon thawing.

Avoid leaving at room temperature for more than two hours.

  • Author: David Cooper
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg