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A bowl of creamy keto chicken salad with fresh dill and crunchy celery on a white plate.
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Classic Keto Chicken Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise (sugar-free)
  • 1/2 cup celery , finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, crushed (optional)

Instructions

  • Place the shredded chicken in a large chilled mixing bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the avocado oil mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
  • Add the diced celery, minced red onion, and chopped dill to the chicken.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and use a large spatula to fold until every piece of chicken is evenly coated.
  • Incorporate the toasted pecans if using for added texture.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the fats to stabilize before serving.