Description
This Creamy Lemon Dill Chicken Salad features tender precooked chicken tossed with crunchy celery and red onion in a tangy mayonnaise and Greek yogurt dressing brightened by lemon, lime, and fresh dill.
It’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners, packed lunches, or meal prepping for the week ahead.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups precooked chicken, shredded or diced
- ½ cup red onion, about ½ onion, diced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 stalks celery, chopped (about ¾ cup)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, about half of one small lemon
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, about half a lime
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
- ½ to 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
- fresh dill, minced, optional garnish
- green onions, sliced, optional garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Finely dice the red onion and chop the celery into small pieces, about ¾ cup total. Mince the dill so it blends evenly into the salad.
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lime juice, garlic powder, lemon pepper, and ½ teaspoon salt until smooth, about 1 minute.
- Combine the Salad: Add the chicken, red onion, celery, and dill to the dressing. Gently fold with a spatula for 1-2 minutes until everything is evenly coated.
- Season and Chill: Taste and add up to ½ teaspoon more salt if needed. Garnish with green onions and dill, then refrigerate for 30 minutes so the flavors meld, or serve right away.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes