Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Rotisserie Chicken Salad Recipe is a quick and easy meal that feeds a crowd as it takes tender pieces of rotisserie chicken and veggies that are then mixed with mayonnaise and avocado. In just a few minutes you will have the perfect meal that will be a huge hit that is super versatile!
Rotisserie Chicken Salad
I think rotisserie chickens are my go-to when I am short on time! They are tender and flavorful and ready to enjoy in a matter of minutes. I love to use them in my million dollar chicken casserole, my chicken pot pie casserole, and of course this tasty rotisserie chicken salad. This Rotisserie Chicken Salad Recipe is probably one of my favorite recipes! I find myself making it again and again. It is perfect for lunch dinner or to serve at a party! There are so many reasons to love this salad.
- It is easy!
- Full of Flavor!
- Can be made ahead of time!
- Perfect for lunchtime all week long!
- Totally versatile based on your preferences.
How to Make Rotisserie Chicken Salad
1. Chop the celery, red bell pepper, and red onion into small cubes and place them in a medium-size bowl.
2. Add the garlic, paprika, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, dill weed, parsley, green onions, and mayonnaise into the bowl.
3. Mash the avocado in a separate bowl with a fork until smooth and add to the bowl.
8. Mix everything together until fully incorporated.
9. Make sure the chicken is cold, as it is easier to remove the meat. Hand shred and use a fork to remove the white and dark meat from the chicken. Remove all the white and dark meat and place it on a cutting board and roughly chop. Do not include the skin.
10. Place the chopped chicken into the medium-sized bowl and fold into the mixture until fully coated.
11. Top with fresh green onions for garnish and flavor.
12. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- If you prefer you can shred your chicken with two forks or a mixer. This will give it a finer texture than chopping it.
- I love adding grapes, apples, craisins, and even almonds or pecans to this salad to give it different layers of sweetness and crunch in every bite.
- If you want to swap out the mayonaise, you can replace it with 3 avocados or half of the mayonnaise can be replaced with greek yogurt.
Storage
You will want to store this rotisserie chicken salad in the fridge in an airtight container. This will last up to 5 days.
Can you make this ahead of time?
Yes! You can make this ahead of time. I love to make this at the beginning of the week and then enjoy it throughout the week.
You can also prepare this the night before or the morning of when you want to enjoy it as well.
What can I serve chicken salad with?
There are so many options when it comes to serving your chicken salad.
- You can serve this on your favorite bread or in croissants.
- Add it to the top of the crackers.
- Create a bed of lettuce and pile it on the top.
- Make a lettuce wrap.
- Or make a chicken salad roll up.
The possibilities are endless.
Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked store-bought 2-pound rotisserie chicken - white and dark meat (7 cups of chopped chicken)
- 1 cup chopped celery (2 stalks of celery)
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper (1 red bell pepper)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced chopped red onion (1 small red onion)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dill weed
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup green onions
- 1/2 cup avocado mayonnaise
- 1/2 avocado
Instructions
- Chop the celery, red bell pepper, and red onion into small cubes and place them in a medium-size bowl.
- Add the garlic, paprika, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, dill weed, parsley, green onions, and mayonnaise into the bowl.
- Mash the avocado in a separate bowl with a fork until smooth and add to the bowl.
- Mix everything together until fully incorporated.
- Make sure the chicken is cold, as it is easier to remove the meat. Hand shred and use a fork to remove the white and dark meat from the chicken. Remove all the white and dark meat and place it on a cutting board and roughly chop. Do not include the skin.
- Place the chopped chicken into the medium-sized bowl and fold into the mixture until fully coated.
- Top with fresh green onions for garnish and flavor.
- Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 278Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 122mgSodium: 432mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 28g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
