Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Salad

Name: Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely chopped; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup finely diced celery; 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

A creamy and crunchy chicken salad that tastes just like the classic version you know and love.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

1 hour 10 minutes

Serves

There is something so comforting about a simple chicken salad sandwich. This recipe recreates that famous flavor from Chick Fil A using ingredients you likely have in your kitchen right now. It is perfect for a quick lunch or a picnic on a sunny day.

My best tip for this recipe is to use a high quality mayonnaise for the best texture. If you have time, let the salad sit in the fridge for an hour before serving so the flavors have a chance to meld together.

🧺 Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely diced celery
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Place your cooked chicken into a large mixing bowl.
2
Add the mayonnaise, finely diced celery, sweet pickle relish, sugar, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
3
Stir everything together until the chicken is well coated and the ingredients are evenly distributed.
4
Cover the bowl and keep it in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow the flavors to develop.
5
Serve chilled on your favorite bread, over a bed of fresh greens, or with crackers.

💡 Tips

This salad keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For a great lunch on the go, serve it inside a lettuce wrap or on a toasted croissant with a slice of tomato.

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