Chicken Salad on Crackers

Chicken Salad on Crackers is a classic American appetizer or light meal featuring a creamy, savory chicken salad served atop crisp crackers. It typically includes cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and seasonings, often with additions like grapes, nuts, or herbs. This dish is a staple at picnics, parties, and delis across the United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and fat from the mayonnaise, with moderate carbohydrates from the crackers. It provides key nutrients like protein, B vitamins, and selenium, with a rough calorie ballpark of 250-350 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	20 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Vitamin K	10 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg
Zinc	2 mg

Per 1 serving (about 150 g, including 1/2 cup chicken salad and 4-5 crackers) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved comfort food that showcases the American preference for convenient, portable meals. Nutritionally, the combination of protein and healthy fats can promote satiety, making it a popular choice for balanced snacks or lunches.