Dill Pickle Chicken Salad hits all the right notes: tangy pickles, fresh herbs, and tender chicken in a creamy dressing.
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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
My whole family is pickle-obsessed, and chicken salad is always a hit, so I thought, why not combine the two?! I added some fresh herbs from our little garden (last of the season!), and wow—this salad was a total win! The whole family loved it!
We served it on croissants, which is my kids’ favorite, and then I tried serving it on cucumber slices as a quick appetizer. It turned out to be the perfect snack!
Dressing Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need for this Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Dressing:
- Sour Cream: Makes the dressing creamy and a little tangy.
- Mayo: Adds creaminess. Full-fat gives the best texture.
- Garlic Powder: Adds a mild garlic flavor.
- Lemon Juice: Adds brightness, cuts through the creaminess, and complements the pickles well.
- Dijon Mustard: Gives a nice tangy kick.
- Salt and Pepper: Adjust to taste; start light and add more as needed.
Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Ingredients
- Rotisserie Chicken: Makes prep quick! Dice it small for easy mixing.
- Dill Pickles: Adds a tangy crunch; make sure to dice pickles finely. These are my all-time favorite pickles! Use leftovers in this fried pickle dip.
- Pickle Relish: Adds a bit of sweet flavor to balance the tang.
- Green Onions: Adds mild onion flavor without being strong.
- Parsley: Freshens up the salad.
- Dill: Brings out the pickle flavor and adds freshness.
How To Make Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
- Make Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk sour cream, mayo, garlic powder, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add Salad Ingredients: Add chicken, pickles, relish, green onions, parsley, and dill to the dressing.
- Mix: Stir gently until everything is coated.
- Taste & Adjust: Add more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve: Enjoy however you like.
How To Serve Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
- On Croissants: Classic choice, soft and buttery!
- In Lettuce Wraps: Use romaine or butter lettuce for a low-carb option.
- With Crackers: Perfect for snacking or as an appetizer.
- Over Greens: Spoon over mixed greens or arugula for a salad.
- On Cucumber Slices: Great for a bite-sized appetizer or snack.
- In Avocado Halves: Scoop into halved avocados for a delicious, creamy combo.
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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
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Equipment
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup mayo
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1-1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
- Salt and Pepper
Chicken Salad
- 3 cups diced rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup finely diced pickles
- 1/4 cup pickle relish
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
For Serving
- Serving suggestions see note 1
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste (I add 1/4 teaspoon each). Whisk until smooth.
- Add all chicken salad ingredients to the bowl with the dressing. Gently stir until everything is well coated. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Choose your favorite way to serve this chicken salad (see note 1).
Final step! Please let us know how it was by leaving a review.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: My favorite way to enjoy this chicken salad is on a croissant with a few pieces of lettuce. Here are some other options:
- On a thick sliced cucumber with microgreens
- On toasted bread
- In lettuce wraps with butter or Romaine lettuce
- Spooned into halved avocados
- Over mixed greens or arugula
- Straight from the bowl or with crackers
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 582kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.2g | Protein: 31.4g | Fat: 45.7g | Cholesterol: 113.8mg | Sodium: 1419.9mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 5.4g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This Recipe is excellent. I made it last year for my Christmas party and there was none left. I’ll be making it again this year. Awesome!!! Thanks.
So thrilled to hear this! Thanks D!
Fabulous
So thrilled this was a hit! Thanks Jilly!
Delicious
So thrilled you enjoyed this! Thanks Sue!