Deli-Style Chicken Salad

Here’s a classic and creamy Deli-Style Chicken Salad recipe — just like your favorite grocery store or sandwich shop, perfect for wraps, sandwiches, or lettuce cups.

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🥪 Deli-Style Chicken Salad

Ingredients (Serves 4):

• 2–3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (adjust to your creaminess preference)

• 1–2 stalks celery, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp red onion or green onion, finely chopped

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional for tang)

• 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: 1 tsp fresh dill or parsley, 1 hard-boiled egg (chopped), or 1/4 cup chopped pickles/sweet relish

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Instructions:

1. Prep ingredients:

   • Finely chop celery, onion, and any optional add-ins (like pickles or herbs).

2. Mix the base:

   • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice/vinegar.

   • Stir in salt and pepper to taste.

3. Add chicken:

   • Fold in the chicken and chopped veggies until well coated.

   • Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld (optional but highly recommended).

4. Serve:

   • Scoop onto croissants, sandwich bread, crackers, or into lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.

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Would you like a lighter version (Greek yogurt or avocado-based) or one with a twist like grapes or curry powder?