When you need lunch in a hurry, whip up a batch of this easy and tasty
3-ingredient chicken salad. You can make it using leftover chicken, rotisserie chicken or canned chicken.
Cook's Tip
You can make this recipe using canned chicken, leftover roasted chicken, grocery store rotisserie chicken or grilled chicken — whatever you have on hand.
How to Make Chicken Salad
Drain canned chicken and shred with a fork.
Add pickle relish.
Add mayonnaise, a little at a time, stirring to combine.
Season with salt and pepper.
Starting with this basic recipe, you can create all kinds of gourmet chicken salad variations.
Try it with
• dried cranberries
• pineapple tidbits
• celery
• onions
• red onion
• grapes
• bacon
• shredded cheese
• pecans or almonds
• strawberries