White BBQ Chicken Salad – Plain Chicken

White BBQ Chicken Salad – a creamy, tangy twist on the classic chicken salad recipe! Shredded chicken, celery, smoked almonds, Wickles pickles, Alabama white sauce, and mayonnaise combine for a crunchy, flavor-packed salad. Perfect for croissants, lettuce wraps, crackers, or easy meal prep lunches. A simple chicken salad with lots of flavor!

White BBQ Sauce Chicken Salad

White BBQ Chicken Salad is creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor in every bite. The Alabama white sauce adds a bold, slightly tangy kick that makes this chicken salad stand out from the classic version. The tender shredded chicken pairs perfectly with the creamy mayonnaise and sauce, while the celery and smoked almonds add the perfect amount of crunch. The Wickles pickles bring a little pop of sweetness and tang that ties everything together. It is rich, flavorful, and seriously hard to stop eating.

How to Make White BBQ Chicken Salad

This recipe comes together quickly with just a few simple ingredients. Start by adding shredded chicken, diced celery, chopped smoked almonds, and chopped pickles to a large bowl. Rotisserie chicken works great here and makes the recipe even easier.

Next, add the Alabama white sauce and mayonnaise to the bowl. Stir everything together until the chicken salad is well coated and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Once everything is combined, cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This gives the flavors time to blend together and makes the salad even better.

Serve the chicken salad on a croissant, in lettuce wraps, or piled onto crackers for an easy lunch or light dinner.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• Use rotisserie chicken for convenience. It saves time and adds great flavor to the salad.
  • Any cooked chicken will work in this recipe – chicken breasts, thighs or tenderloins.
• Chop the chicken with two forks or pulse it briefly in a food processor for a finer texture.
• Let the salad chill before serving. Time in the refrigerator helps the flavors blend together.
• Variations/Additions:
  • green onion
  • pickled red onion
  • red grapes
  • diced apples
  • fresh herbs
• Add extra crunch if you like. Chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts work well in place of the smoked almonds.
• For a lighter version, replace part of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
• Serve it different ways. It works great as a sandwich, in a wrap, in lettuce cups, or with crackers.

Storage Tips

• This recipe is great for meal prep. Make it ahead and enjoy it throughout the week.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. The chicken salad will keep well for 3-4 days.

What to Serve with White BBQ Chicken Salad

This White BBQ Chicken Salad is a staple at our house. I whip up a batch at least once a month. It makes a great light lunch or easy dinner. 

• It is delicious served on buttery croissants for a classic chicken salad sandwich or tucked into lettuce wraps for a lighter option. 
• We also love serving it with crackers for an easy snack or appetizer. 
• Add a side of fresh fruit, pasta salad, or chips to round out the meal. 

It is a simple dish that feels special and has lots of flavor.

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