Description
Costco Chicken Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, crunchy celery, and a tangy dressing. It’s versatile enough for sandwiches, salads, or as a snack. This recipe delivers all the iconic flavors of the original Costco salad with the flexibility of homemade customization.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken
- Use rotisserie chicken for the best flavor and texture.
- Remove the skin and bones, then shred or dice the chicken into small pieces.
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Chop the Vegetables
- Finely dice the celery for a slight crunch in every bite.
- If using fresh parsley, chop it finely.
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Make the Dressing
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, pickle relish, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
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Combine Everything
- Add the shredded chicken and chopped celery to the dressing.
- Stir well until everything is evenly coated.
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Chill & Serve
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve cold as a sandwich filling, in a wrap, or over a bed of greens.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Add grapes, nuts, or herbs for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Costco Chicken Salad, Chicken Salad Recipe, Homemade Chicken Salad, Classic Chicken Salad