Description
A fresh, healthy salad combining tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a creamy mayo dressing. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for quick lunches or dinners and delivers balanced flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
2 cups broccoli, chopped
2 cups rotisserie chicken or 2 boneless chicken breasts, shredded
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup cheese, cubed or grated (Cheddar, feta, or Parmesan)
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Remove skin from chicken; shred meat using two forks
Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets; discard stems
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard
Add broccoli, chicken, and cheese to the bowl; toss until well coated
Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld
Notes
Cut broccoli into 1-inch florets for uniform texture
Use full-fat mayonnaise for the best creaminess
Add 1/4 cup chopped red onions for extra flavor
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg