Description
This Rotisserie Lemon Chicken Salad is fresh, creamy, and bursting with bright citrus flavor. Tender shredded rotisserie chicken blends with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, crisp celery, and fragrant herbs, all lifted with fresh lemon zest and juice. It’s the perfect quick lunch, light dinner, or make-ahead meal for gatherings. Serve it in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or alongside warm bread for a comforting Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add chopped celery, red onion, parsley, and dill to the chicken.
- Pour the lemon dressing over the mixture and gently fold until evenly combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
- Fold in toasted nuts if using.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop.
Notes
For best flavor, always use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest. Chill the salad before serving for a deeper, brighter taste. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If the salad thickens, stir in a teaspoon of yogurt or lemon juice to refresh it. Avoid freezing as the texture may change.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg