Chicken Salad like the one from a deli

 Delicious Chicken Salad

When making a delicious chicken salad, the most important ingredient should always be the chicken. That said, you can add many things to this traditional recipe to customize it to your taste.

This homemade chicken salad is a great recipe to enjoy a deli-style meal. Discover how to prepare a tasty and simple chicken salad!

Chicken salad is a popular choice for picnics in warm weather, right? I get it every summer, and so does everyone I know. I believe I have been eating it since I was a child! It is a very important part of something. I think that if you live in the United States, you probably like chicken salad, no matter who you are!

Ingredients

500 grams of boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces

300 grams of boneless chicken thigh, cut into small pieces

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1/2 teaspoon of sea salt

1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

1/2 teaspoon of dried onion

2/3 cup of mayonnaise

3 pieces of celery, chopped

Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Lightly coat the chicken breasts and thighs with olive oil.

Sprinkle with onion powder, ground black pepper, and sea salt.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

Place the chicken in a baking dish and loosely cover with aluminum foil.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the thickest part of the breast reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).

Step 3: Cool and Chop the Chicken

Let the chicken cool down for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for 1 hour.

Once cooled, cut the chicken breasts and thighs into small pieces, about 1/4 inch long and 1/2 inch wide.

Step 4: Mix the Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken, celery, and mayonnaise.

Ensure all the ingredients are mixed well.

Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, or overnight for better flavor.

Step 5: Serve

Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.

Serve and enjoy!