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Chicken Salad


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious chicken salad made with tender chicken, creamy mayonnaise, and crunchy vegetables.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken (cooked, approximately 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup pickle relish (sweet or dill)
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 stalk celery (sliced thin)
  • 1 green onion (sliced thin)

Instructions

  1. Boil 2 chicken breasts in a pot of water over medium high heat for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink in the center.
  2. Shred the chicken. Using a food processor, kitchen shears or 2 forks, shred the chicken to desired consistency then place in a large bowl.
  3. Add the mayo, relish, salt, pepper, sliced celery, and onions and stir to combine well.
  4. Serve over lettuce or in a sandwich, wrap, or croissant.

Notes

  • This salad works well as a filling for sandwiches or as a dip.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg