Million Dollar Chicken Salad
A delightful chicken salad balancing creamy, crunchy, and refreshing flavors, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: If you’re using a rotisserie chicken, pull the meat off and cut it into bite-sized chunks. Season raw chicken with salt and pepper, poach in simmering water for 15-20 minutes, and then chop.
- Mix the Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Stir until well mixed, tasting and adjusting to your preference.
- Add the Flavor Boosters: Stir in the chopped celery and green onions, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Incorporate the Chicken: Gently fold the diced chicken into the mixture, being careful not to overmix.
- Toss in the Goodies: Add halved grapes and slivered almonds, gently mixing to combine.
- Season to Perfection: Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill Out: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
This salad can be served in various ways – over fresh greens, in croissants, or on toast. Add herbs for extra flavor or substitute ingredients based on your preferences!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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