Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Looking for a simple, flavorful lunch? I’ve got you covered with this Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad recipe. Full of refreshing cucumber, tangy fresh dill and Dijon mustard, and creamy Greek yogurt.

Why You’ll Love it:

  • A Great Quick Meal– this salad can be whipped up in under 20 minutes, making it an excellent option for a fresh lunch.
  • Cool & Creamy Flavor– reminiscent of tzatziki sauce and perfect for summer.
  • Gluten-Free & Low Carb
  • Easy to Find Ingredients

What is Rotisserie Chicken?

Rotisserie is a method of cooking, also known as spit-roasting, where meat is skewered on a solid rod and turned next to a heat source such as an open fire or in an oven. Cooking chicken in this way creates evenly cooked, tender meat and delicious caramelized chicken skin.

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Ingredient Notes:

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  • Rotisserie Chicken-ensures tender, flavorful meat and can be found in the deli section of most grocery stores.
  • Greek Yogurt– creates an extra creamy chicken salad without overwhelming the flavor.
  • Cucumber– for a cooling, refreshing crunch.
  • Fresh Dill & Dijon Mustard– for a little spice and tang.

Substitutions & Suggestions:

  • Try using last night’s leftover chicken! I’ve used both leftover grilled chicken and fried chicken for this. Both turned out fantastic.
  • If using dried dill, start with 1 teaspoon and work up from there.
  • Optional Additions: pickle relish, avocado, thinly sliced celery, lemon juice, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, or nuts (such as pistachios) for even more crunch.
Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Tips & Notes:

  • Rotisserie Chickens generally conatain 3-4 cups of meat. Adjust recipe ratios according to size of chicken and amount of meat.
  • Try this chicken salad on a bed of lettuce, as a wrap (I like Spinach Tortillas), as a sandwich, or eat it plain with a pack of crackers.
  • Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It may have some excess moisture after sitting for a few days due to the high water volume of the cucumbers. Mix well before serving to redistribute.
  • To clean the delicate fresh dill, place dill in a bowl of water and gently swirl them around.
Cucumber Dill Chicken Salad- Must Love Garlic

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Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad, full of refreshing cucumber, tangy dill and Dijon mustard, and creamy Greek yogurt.
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 338 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups rotisserie chicken meat pulled from bone & roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1-2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
  • 2 tsp fresh garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Sprinkle paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Chives or green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • To Prepare Chicken: remove meat from the bone of rotisserie chicken. Roughly chop meat (and skin if you like) of chicken, discarding any tendons or joints.
  • To Prepare Cucumber: split cucumber in half and scoop out & discard most of the seeds. Dice cucumbers. If cucumbers are too watery, try using a paper towel to soak up some of the moisture.
  • Mix Chicken Salad: using a gloved hand or a spatula, gently mix all salad ingredients in large mixing bowl until well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve: serve chicken salad immediately or refrigerate for an hour to chill.

Notes

  • Rotisserie Chicken-ensures tender, flavorful meat and can be found in the deli section of most grocery stores. Rotisserie Chickens generally contain 3-4 cups of meat. Adjust recipe ratios according to the size of chicken and amount of meat.
  • Or try using last night’s leftover chicken! I’ve used both leftover grilled chicken and fried chicken for this. Both turned out fantastic.
  • Greek Yogurt– creates an extra creamy chicken salad without overwhelming the flavor. 
  • If using dried dill, start with 1 tsp and work up from there.
  • Optional Additions: pickle relish, avocado, thinly sliced celery, lemon juice, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, or nuts (such as pistachios) for even more crunch.
  • Try this chicken salad on a bed of lettuce, as a wrap (I like Spinach Tortillas), as a sandwich, or eat it plain with a pack of crackers.
  • Store salad leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It may have some excess moisture after sitting for a few days due to the high water volume of the cucumbers. Mix well before serving to redistribute.
  • Nutritional Information will vary based on specific ingredients used and size/type of chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 7.8gProtein: 55.9gFat: 9.6gSaturated Fat: 0.9gFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
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