Rotisserie Chicken Salad (2024)

April 7, 2021 by Beth Pierce 27 Comments

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This easy low carb chicken salad recipe comes together quickly using already-baked rotisserie chicken. Seasoned simply with dill, salt, and fresh ground black pepper, this classic recipe comes together in less than ten minutes. This best chicken salad recipeis perfect for picnicsand potlucks.

For a tasty lunch or light supper, serve scoops of chicken salad on a bed of lettuce, stuffed in a tomato, on a croissant, or on a toasted English muffin. This is one of our favorite go-to Saturday lunches, complete with Creamy Pea Salad andFresh Peach Tea.

How to make this Rotisserie Chicken Salad

First, cut the chicken and chop the celery and green onions. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix to combine. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or dill. Then decide how you would like to serve it. Your imagination only limits the possibilities.

How long does Chicken Salad last?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days, provided the rotisserie chicken was fresh when you made it. Refrigerate promptly after removing any servings to ensure an almost constant chilled temperature.

What kind of chicken is best for this salad

You can use any cooked chicken. I love rotisserie chicken in this recipe, but you could also use poached, baked, or even canned. Both breasts and thighs work well for this recipe. Any cooked, chopped, cubed, or shredded chicken works well in this recipe.

Recipe variations

Fruit for flavor – add red or green grapes, tomatoes, dried cranberries, fresh pineapple, or apples.
Nuts for crunch –add chopped pecans, walnuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios, or sunflower seeds.
Protein – add chopped ham or bacon, cubed cheddar, Pepper Jack, or Swiss cheese.

Other chicken recipes you will love!

Chicken Fried Rice
Mongolian Chicken
Chicken a la King
Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Tostadas

Classic Chicken Salad Recipe

A quick and easy classic creamy mayo-based chicken salad made with already baked rotisserie chicken.

5 from 26 votes

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Course: lunch, Salad

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 472kcal

Author: Beth Pierce

Ingredients

3 cups cooked rotisserie chicken breasts diced
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 large rib celery chopped
2 green onions finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 teaspoons dried dill or 3 tablespoons fresh dill
kosher salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add all the ingredients to a bowl and stir to combine.
Serve on a bed of lettuce, stuffed in a tomato, on a croissant, or on a toasted English muffin. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

Store leftover chicken salad in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, provided that the chicken was freshly cooked.

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Toni
September 29, 2021 at 10:08 am

I loved this! Tasty and delicious! Such an amazing lunch!
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Kara
September 29, 2021 at 9:20 am

I’ve never tried chicken salad with dill, but it was a tasty way to switch things up a little. I’m currently doing keto so I just served it wrapped in lettuce, and it was delicious!
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Biana
August 29, 2021 at 7:53 pm

A great idea for some leftover chicken or turkey. Chicken salad sandwich looks delicious!
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Jeff
August 29, 2021 at 7:48 pm

This is great for my leftover chicken days. I love to make sandwiches with chicken salad.
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Tarra
August 29, 2021 at 5:20 pm

This chicken salad looks fantastic! Love all that flavor and how easily it comes together in just 10 minutes. Definitely perfect for pairing with croissants.
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Megan Ellam
August 29, 2021 at 5:17 pm

So easy and delicious. My kind of easy recipe. Thank you!
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Jacqueline Meldrum
August 29, 2021 at 3:56 pm

You had me at dill, although the celery is a nice touch too!
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LAUREN KELLY
August 09, 2021 at 12:40 pm

Best chicken salad recipe ever! Love it.
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katerina @ diethood.com
August 09, 2021 at 11:28 am
This was one of the best chicken salads ever! SO creamy and incredibly delicious!
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Kara
August 09, 2021 at 10:25 am

I’m currently on keto, so I served my portion on lettuce while my family had theirs on rolls. I added some toasted sliced almonds for some crunch. We all loved it!! So quick and easy when you have cooked chicken on hand!
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Jeanne @ Cooksister
July 04, 2021 at 7:45 am

Rotisserie chicken is one of my favourite and most versatile things to have in the fridge. Love the sound of this salad and so many ways you could customise it! Alao love that you served it in croissants – so light!
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Jacqueline Meldrum
July 03, 2021 at 4:58 pm

I’ve never though of making a sandwich with a croissant but now I am wondering why not.
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Cathleen
July 03, 2021 at 3:24 pm

I used to buy chicken salad from my local sandwich store all the time until they stopped making it!! I was so bummed! This looks almost identical to it, so you can bet I am going to be trying out this recipe. Bookmarked for later 🙂
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Claudia Lamascolo
July 03, 2021 at 3:04 pm

These ingredients were what made me love it couldnt wait to try and it and it didn’t disappoint! delicious!
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Colleen
July 03, 2021 at 1:12 pm

What a yummy chicken salad! So creamy, and having it on a croissant makes it extra delicious.
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Tara
July 03, 2021 at 1:01 pm

Such an amazing way of using up leftover rotisserie chicken! Looks absolutely incredible paired with that croissant.
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Suzy
May 20, 2021 at 4:31 pm

We made this classic recipe all of the time with leftover chicken and it’s so good!
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Biana
May 20, 2021 at 4:28 pm

Yum! Simple and delicious, my kind of recipe.
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Hailey
May 20, 2021 at 3:49 pm

Rotisserie chicken salad is something we almost always have in our fridge. This recipe looks quick and delicious! I can’t wait to try it.
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Sharon
May 20, 2021 at 3:47 pm

This is a delicious chicken salad recipe that is easy to make loves it. Make extra for lunch the next day.
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Denay DeGuzman
May 20, 2021 at 3:18 pm

I enjoyed this chicken salad mix on wheat bread for lunch. It’s a delicious recipe! A great way to use a rotisserie chicken from Costco.
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Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert
April 08, 2021 at 10:05 pm

This chicken salad looks absolutely delicious! Yummy!
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Allyson Reed Zea
April 08, 2021 at 6:38 pm

I love making chicken salad with leftover rotisserie chicken, it’s the perfect lunch!
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Beti | easyweeknightrecipes
April 08, 2021 at 2:33 pm

This Chicken Salad sounds incredibly delicious!! I am so excited to try it!
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katerina @ diethood.com
April 08, 2021 at 2:32 pm

I love how easy and delicious this is! I can’t wait to try it for lunch tomorrow!! YUM!
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Catalina
April 08, 2021 at 8:01 am

This chicken salad is so creamy! My family will love it for sure!
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Jo
April 07, 2021 at 9:55 pm

So simple yet so tatsy! Love this chicken salad!
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