Description

Learn how to make your own delicious Costco-style chicken salad at home with this easy recipe. Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor, this salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

3-pound cooked rotisserie-style chicken (shredded)
6 celery ribs (finely diced)
1/2 white onion (finely diced)

For the Dressing:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream (use dairy-free if needed)
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 lemon (juiced, about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoons sugar (optional for sugar-free diets)

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Instructions

Shred the Chicken: Begin by shredding the cooked chicken. Use a food processor or two forks to achieve a fine texture. Place the shredded chicken in a large bowl.
Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and sugar until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the dressing over the shredded chicken. Add diced celery and onion. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the dressing.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy the tangy taste!

Notes

This salad tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld.
Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite add-ins like nuts, grapes, or herbs.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg