Description
This Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a creamy and tangy dish combining tender rotisserie chicken with dill pickles and fresh herbs, all tossed in a flavorful dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it can be served on croissants, in lettuce wraps, or as a refreshing appetizer.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup mayo
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Chicken Salad
- 3 cups diced rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup finely diced dill pickles
- 1/4 cup pickle relish
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons finely diced parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely diced dill
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, garlic powder, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the Chicken Salad Ingredients: Add the diced rotisserie chicken, finely diced dill pickles, pickle relish, thinly sliced green onions, finely diced parsley, and finely diced dill to the bowl with the dressing.
- Mix: Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the salad and add additional salt and pepper if necessary to enhance the flavors to your preference.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad served on croissants, wrapped in lettuce leaves, over a bed of mixed greens, or as a delightful appetizer placed on cucumber slices.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly diced rotisserie chicken for tender and flavorful meat.
- Adjust the amount of dill pickles and relish to control the tanginess.
- Can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing taste.
- Perfect for sandwich fillings, salads, or as a party appetizer.
