Easy Keto Chicken Salad with Pecans | CookOS
Easy Keto Chicken Salad Save This keto chicken salad combines shredded chicken breast with celery, pecans, and creamy mayo, delivering a low-carb, protein-rich meal that keeps you satisfied for hours.
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3 ribs celery, diced
1/2 cup mayo
2 tsp brown mustard
1/2 tsp pink Himalayan salt
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup chopped pecans 7 Ingredients Delivery in as fast as one hour.*
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Preheat oven to 450℉ and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Bake chicken breast until cooked throughout, about 15 minutes.
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Remove chicken from oven and allow to cool. After completely cooled, cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
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In a large bowl, add chicken, celery, mayo, brown mustard, and salt. Toss until chicken is fully coated and ingredients are well-combined.
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Cover bowl with lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.
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When ready to serve, add fresh dill and chopped pecans and lightly toss. Serve chilled and enjoy.
Tips & Notes Pro tips Cool cooked chicken completely before mixing to prevent mayo from breaking or separating. Dice celery finely and pat dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture from making the salad watery. Chop fresh dill just before mixing to preserve its bright flavor and color. Taste and adjust salt and mustard before serving; keto diets can dull taste perception. Substitutions Mayo → Greek yogurt or avocado oil mayo (slightly tangier, lower fat) Brown mustard → Dijon mustard or whole-grain mustard (sharper flavor) Fresh dill → Fresh tarragon or chives (different herbaceous note) Pink Himalayan salt → Kosher salt or sea salt (no flavor difference at this quantity) Storage & make-ahead Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Serve chilled or at room temperature; do not reheat.
Common Questions Can I make this chicken salad ahead of time? Yes. Prepare up to 2 days in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The flavors deepen overnight.
What can I substitute for pecans? Use walnuts, macadamia nuts, or almonds in equal amounts. Each adds a different texture but maintains the same nutritional profile.
Is this salad dairy-free? No, it contains mayo. Use dairy-free mayo if needed, but this recipe is not keto-certified dairy-free otherwise.
How do I cook the chicken breast for this recipe? Poach, bake, or grill 1.5 lb chicken breast until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Cool completely before chopping.
Can I scale this recipe? Yes. Keep ingredient ratios the same: scale mayo and pecans proportionally with chicken weight.
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