Description
Everything Bagel Chicken Salad is a creamy and savory chicken salad bursting with the bold, tangy flavors of everything bagel seasoning. This easy, no-cook recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a tangy yogurt-mayonnaise dressing, crunchy celery and onions, and fresh herbs for a versatile high-protein meal perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups.
Ingredients
Chicken Salad
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, everything bagel seasoning, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Add the chicken and vegetables: Add the shredded or chopped cooked chicken to the dressing along with the finely chopped celery, red onion, sliced green onions, and fresh parsley if using. Gently stir everything together to evenly coat all ingredients with the dressing.
- Adjust seasoning and chill: Taste the chicken salad and add salt as needed to suit your preference. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve the salad in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or over a bed of greens for a delicious and protein-packed meal.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient and flavorful option for this recipe.
- Everything bagel seasoning blends can vary in salt content; adjust the amount you add accordingly.
- For extra freshness, try adding diced cucumber, bell pepper, or avocado.
- To lighten the recipe, increase the proportion of Greek yogurt relative to mayonnaise.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
