Simple Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Simple Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or more if you like); 1 tablespoon dill relish; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 tablespoon celery seed; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon basil; 3 hard-boiled eggs; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1
Boil chicken until it starts falling apart (about an hour or so).
2
Take chicken out to cool and sprinkle on the garlic and onion powder,celery seed & basil-set in fridge.
3
Boil the eggs for about 30 minutes or so-can boil in same water as chicken.
4
Take eggs out and set in strainer under cold water until cooled.
5
Take chicken out of fridge and start shredding with fork and knife.
6
Peel eggs and chop into chicken (I usually don't put in all the yolk part).
7
Add the mayo, relish, lemon juice, and honey.
8
Mix well, cover and put in fridge to get cold and set.
9
Enjoy on crackers or a sandwich!

492

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or more if you like), 1 tablespoon dill relish, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Simple Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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