Introduction

This Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic favorite, combining tender shredded chicken with tangy dill pickles and a creamy herbed dressing. It’s perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or light dinner, offering bright flavors and satisfying texture.

A close-up view of a spoonful of creamy chicken salad showing three main layers: shredded white chicken pieces mixed with creamy white dressing speckled with black pepper, small green herb sprigs, and chunks of purple-red onion. The spoon holds a generous scoop with visible fresh dill on top and bits of celery or pickle mixed in, creating a textured, chunky look. In the background, a square white bowl is filled with more creamy chicken salad and topped with several slices of green pickles arranged near the edge. The scene is set on a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/4 cup minced red onion
2/3 cup diced dill pickles
1 tsp dried chives
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp dried dill
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise (Hellmann’s recommended)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Place the shredded cooked chicken, minced red onion, and diced dill pickles into a large bowl as the base for your salad.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, dried chives, dried dill, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss with a spoon or spatula until all the ingredients are thoroughly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Step 4: Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving. Enjoy your chicken salad on toast, in sandwiches, with crackers, in lettuce cups, or over greens.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add chopped celery or toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts.
Substitute mayonnaise with sour cream for a tangier dressing.
Use fresh dill instead of dried for a more vibrant herb flavor.
Try swapping the dill pickles for bread-and-butter pickles for a sweeter note.
For a lower-fat version, increase Greek yogurt and reduce mayonnaise.

Storage

Store the chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving. It is best enjoyed chilled but can be served at room temperature. Avoid freezing to maintain texture and flavor quality.

How to Serve

The image shows a white plate with a golden-brown croissant sliced open horizontally. The bottom croissant layer holds a creamy salad filling made of finely chopped ingredients in white and light green colors, with small bits of purple and some seeds sprinkled on top. Next to the croissant on the plate lies a whole dark green pickle. A white marbled background is visible beneath the plate. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken for this salad?

Yes, rotisserie chicken works perfectly and adds convenience since it is already cooked and flavorful.

Is it possible to make this salad vegan?

You can substitute the chicken with chickpeas and use vegan mayonnaise and yogurt alternatives to make a vegan-friendly version of this salad.

Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Savory Dill Pickle Chicken Salad offers a flavorful and creamy twist on traditional chicken salad. Made with shredded cooked chicken, crisp dill pickles, red onion, and a tangy herb-infused dressing of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and sweet pickle relish, it’s perfect as a sandwich filling, served with crackers, or enjoyed in lettuce cups. The combination of fresh herbs and pickle flavors makes it a refreshing and versatile dish for lunches or light dinners.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 3 servings 1x
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

For the Salad:

1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/4 cup minced red onion
2/3 cup diced dill pickles

For the Dressing:

1 tsp dried chives
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp dried dill
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Hellmann’s)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables: Place the shredded cooked chicken, finely chopped red onion, and diced dill pickles into a large mixing bowl. This will form the base of your chicken salad.
Mix the Dressing Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, dried chives, chopped fresh parsley, dried dill, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and well combined. This dressing is creamy and packed with herbaceous flavor.
Combine Salad Ingredients and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken mixture. Use a spoon or spatula to gently toss everything until all ingredients are evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Serve and Enjoy: Your savory dill pickle chicken salad is ready to enjoy! Serve it on toast, as a sandwich filling, with crackers, wrapped in lettuce cups, or over a green salad for a refreshing meal.

Notes

Use cooked chicken leftovers or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Adjust the amount of dill pickles according to your preference for tanginess.
For a lower fat option, reduce the mayonnaise and increase Greek yogurt proportionally.
This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To add crunch, consider stirring in some chopped celery or walnuts.

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