Ina Garten Lemon Chicken Salad Recipe
A fresh and tangy chicken salad perfect for a light lunch or dinner, featuring bright lemon flavors and crunchy celery.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 large Boneless chicken breasts
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
Vegetables
- ½ cup Chopped celery
- ¼ cup Finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then let cool and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
- Combine the chopped chicken, celery, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a touch of honey or serve with crusty bread.