Creamy Pea and Chicken Salad

Name: Creamy Pea and Chicken Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup diced red onion; 1/4 cup chopped celery; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and black pepper to taste

A fresh and simple chicken salad featuring sweet peas and a bright lemon dressing that is perfect for a quick lunch.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· American· October 22, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

10 minutes

Serves

I love keeping this salad in my fridge for busy days when I need something satisfying but light. The combination of tender chicken and sweet garden peas creates a lovely texture, while the creamy lemon dressing ties everything together with a nice zing.

My favorite trick is to use rotisserie chicken if you are in a rush. It saves a lot of time and makes the preparation very fast.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste

6Instructions

1
Place the shredded or cubed chicken into a large mixing bowl.
2
Add the thawed peas, diced red onion, and chopped celery to the chicken.
3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth.
4
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir everything gently until well combined.
5
Season with salt and pepper to your liking and stir in the fresh parsley.
6
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to let the flavors blend.

Tips

This salad tastes even better after resting in the fridge for a few hours. Serve it over a bed of crisp lettuce or scoop it onto a toasted croissant for a delicious meal. Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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