If you love the rich, creamy chicken salad from your favorite deli — with tender chicken, crisp celery, and a hint of herbs — you’re going to love this homemade version.
It tastes just like the real deal — but better, because:
✅ You control the ingredients
✅ No preservatives or excess mayo
✅ Ready in just 15 minutes
✅ Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, salads, or scooping with crackers
Whether you’re packing lunch, feeding a hungry family, or need a quick protein boost, this deli-style chicken salad hits all the right notes: creamy, savory, and satisfying — with zero effort.
Let’s dive into how to make it — and why it’s about to become your go-to recipe.
🍗 What Makes It “Deli-Style”?
This recipe captures the classic deli flavor you know and love:
Shredded or chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
Creamy base of mayo and Greek yogurt (for tang and protein)
Crunch from celery and red onion
Herbs & seasonings — parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and a dash of lemon juice
It’s not dry, not gloppy — just perfectly balanced.
🧑🍳 Deli-Style Chicken Salad Recipe
🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
(rotisserie, grilled, or canned)
⅓ cup mayonnaise (or light mayo for a lighter version)
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (adds creaminess + protein)
½ cup celery, finely chopped
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried)
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional add-ins:
2 tbsp chopped pickles or relish
¼ tsp garlic powder
½ avocado, mashed (for creaminess + healthy fats)
🥣 Instructions
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