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Keto Chicken Salad

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup pecans chopped, optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken: Chop or shred the cooked chicken into small, bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop the vegetables: Finely chop the celery and slice the green onions.
  3. Make the dressing: Stir together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Season the dressing: Add salt and black pepper, then taste and adjust if needed.
  5. Combine the ingredients: Place the chicken, celery, green onion, and optional pecans in a large bowl.
  6. Add the dressing: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture.
  7. Mix gently: Stir until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated without overmixing.
  8. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes so the flavors can come together.
  9. Serve: Stir once more and serve in lettuce cups, over greens, or with keto-friendly sides.