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A top-down view of a creamy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad in a rustic white bowl. The salad contains shredded rotisserie chicken, chopped pickles, red onion, and fresh dill, garnished with pickle spears. It is surrounded by golden-brown crackers and a flaky croissant on a wooden board.

Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

This Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a creamy, tangy, and protein-rich dish made with rotisserie chicken, chopped pickles, red onion, and fresh herbs. A smooth cottage cheese dressing blended with dill pickle juice ties everything together, creating a flavorful and refreshing salad. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or lettuce cups, this easy-to-make recipe is great for meal prep and a delicious option for pickle lovers. 🥒🍗
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 195 kcal

Equipment

  • food processor To finely chop the rotisserie chicken and blend the cottage cheese dressing smoothly.
  • Cutting Board and Sharp Knife For chopping pickles, onions, and fresh herbs.
  • Mixing bowls A large bowl for combining all ingredients.
  • Strainer To separate the pickle juice from the seasonings.
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups For accurate ingredient portions.
  • Spatula or Spoon To mix everything together efficiently.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. deboned Rotisserie Chicken Meat
  • 1 qt Grillo’s Pickle Spears chopped (reserve juice and seasonings)
  • 1/4 purple onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Dill chopped (or use dill paste/dried dill)
  • 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 6 tbsp Dill Pickle Juice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Chop the Chicken – First, use a food processor to finely chop the rotisserie chicken, then transfer it to a mixing bowl.
  • Prep the Veggies – Next, chop the pickles and onion, then add them to the chicken.
  • Blend the Dressing – Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine cottage cheese, parsley, and dill.
  • Strain the Pickle Juice – Be sure to reserve the liquid and add the seasonings caught in the strainer to the food processor.
  • Add the Pickle Juice – Then, pour 6 tablespoons of pickle juice into the food processor with the cottage cheese mixture and blend until smooth.
  • Combine & Mix – After that, pour the dressing over the chicken, onions, and pickles. Stir to combine.
  • Serve & Enjoy! – Finally, serve with crackers, in tortilla wraps, or as a sandwich filling.

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Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 120gCalories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 22.5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.25gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 212.5mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.75gVitamin A: 187.5IUVitamin C: 2.5mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 0.75mg
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