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Overhead view of creamy chicken salad in a white bowl with pita crackers

Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

4.75 from 4 votes
Creamy honey mustard chicken salad made with shredded rotisserie chicken and a tangy yogurt-mayo double-mustard dressing. Sweet, savory, and 40g of protein per serving. Great on sandwiches, wraps, or straight out of the container.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

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Servings : 4 servings

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken breast, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup plain greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp grainy mustard, whole-grain or old-style
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice, or apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp salt, or to taste
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Instructions
 

  1. Shred the chicken
    Add 3 cups rotisserie chicken breast to a food processor. Pulse gently 2 to 3 times until very finely shredded but still fluffy and not paste-like. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
    This is the step that gives you that whipped, almost mousse-like texture once everything is mixed. Trust the process.
  2. Make the dressing
    In the same large bowl, add ½ cup plain greek yogurt, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp grainy mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Whisk until completely smooth and creamy. Season with ½ tsp salt, or to taste.
  3. Combine and whip
    Pour the dressing over the shredded chicken and mix until well combined. Keep mixing for another 1 to 2 minutes and you'll see the texture turn creamy and almost whipped. Taste and adjust seasoning.
    If you want that velvety chicken salad texture you see in the pictures, don't skip the extra mixing. It makes a big difference.
  4. Chill or serve
    Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve on crackers, on toasted sourdough, in butter lettuce boats, or wrapped up in a high-protein tortilla.

Nutrition

Calories: 308kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 708mgPotassium: 801mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir before serving.
  • Serving ideas: Delicious on toasted sourdough, in wraps, or spooned up with crackers.
  • To poach chicken instead of rotisserie: Place 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a pot and cover with water or chicken broth. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally. Let rest for 5 minutes, then shred using two forks.