Easy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad (High Protein Recipe)

This easy dill pickle chicken salad is loaded with crunchy dill pickles, tender chicken and fresh herbs in a creamy, tangy dressing.

It’s a delicious way to turn simple ingredients into easy lunches and quick dinners. It’s also a great high-protein meal prep idea. 

This recipe comes together with minimal prep time and can easily be customized with leftover chicken, rotisserie chicken breast or even chicken made in the slow cooker.

If you’re a fan of classic chicken salad, try adding a little dill pickle flavor and watch the magic happen.

Ingredients

• Rotisserie chicken
• Dill pickles
• Celery
• Mayonnaise
• Pickle juice
• Fresh dill
• Dijon mustard
• Garlic powder

How to Make Chicken Salad with Dill Pickles

Make the Dressing

Grab a large mixing bowl and whisk together the mayo, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, garlic powder, salt and pepper. 

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Shred and Chop

Use forks to shred the chicken or, if you like chunks, cut it up into bite-sized pieces.

Then, use a sharp knife to dice the celery and dill pickles. 

Put it all Together

Now, fold the chicken, pickles and celery into the bowl of dressing until everything is well coated. It’s that simple! 

Variations

1. Add extra tanginess by reducing the mayonnaise and adding some Greek yogurt or sour cream. 

2. Experiment with different textures by adding diced red onion, chopped green onions or hard-boiled eggs. 

3. Make a sweet version of this chicken salad by swapping out the dill pickles with sweet pickles.

Serving Suggestions

Make a Sandwich. Spoon this delicious chicken salad onto croissants, toasted bread, or buttery rolls for a satisfying sandwich. 

Keep it Low Carb. For a lighter meal, serve this chicken salad in lettuce wraps or over a bed of greens.

Snack Attack. Enjoy dill pickle chicken salad with your favorite crackers, fresh veggies or potato chips for crunch. 

Storage Instructions

Store leftover dill pickle chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

For easy meal prepping, divide portions into meal prep containers for grab-and-go lunches throughout the week.

Can I use any kind of cooked chicken?

Yes! This recipe works with almost any cooked chicken you have on hand. Rotisserie chicken breast is a simple shortcut that saves time.

You can also use baked chicken breasts, poached chicken or canned chicken.

Is this chicken salad low carb?

Yes, this easy dill pickle chicken salad is naturally low carb when served on its own or in lettuce wraps. 

For the lowest carb version, avoid sweet pickles and serve with veggies instead of bread or crackers.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Absolutely. In fact, this chicken salad tastes even better after a few hours in the refrigerator because the flavors have more time to blend together.

It’s perfect for meal prepping since it stores so well. Prepare it a day ahead and keep it chilled in an airtight container until ready to serve.

When you make this dill pickle chicken salad, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a rating or leave a comment below. Enjoy! 

For more chicken salad recipes, try these:

• California Chicken Salad with Red Grapes
• Best Ever Chicken Salad with Tarragon
• Chicken Macaroni Salad