Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
This honey mustard chicken salad is a creamy, tangy, protein-packed dish made with shredded chicken, crunchy celery, and cashews tossed in a sweet and savory honey mustard dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (avocado oil or regular)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped cashews (or pecans or walnuts)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh lemon juice for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, chopped celery, and cashews to the bowl.
- Stir everything together until well coated in the dressing.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon juice if desired.
Notes
- Use sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
- Add diced apples or grapes for a fruity twist.
- Swap half the mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Great served in wraps, sandwiches, or over greens.
- Let sit at room temp for 5–10 minutes before serving if chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
