Easy Chicken Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS

CHICKEN SALAD INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb cooked fowl breast meat, diced (about four cups)
• 2 cups seedless crimson grapes, halved
• 1 cup celery, halved lengthwise then sliced (from 2–3 sticks celery)
• 1/2 cup crimson onion, finely chopped (about half of medium pink onion)
• 1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped

CHICKEN SALAD DRESSING:

• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1/2 cup bitter cream or undeniable Greek yogurt
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• 2 Tbsp dill, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

Toast Pecans: Begin via toasting the pecans. Place them on a dry skillet over medium-low warmth and toast for 3-5 minutes, tossing often till golden and fragrant. Transfer to a slicing board, let cool, then coarsely chop and set aside.

Prepare Salad: In a massive mixing bowl, mix the diced chicken, halved grapes, sliced celery, chopped onion, and cooled pecans. Mix properly to distribute elements evenly.

Make Dressing: In a small bowl, add all of the dressing components – mayo, bitter cream or yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Stir till properly combined.

Combine Salad and Dressing: Add all of the dressing to the salad, or alter to taste. Gently toss till the salad is evenly covered with the dressing, making sure all elements are nicely incorporated.

Refrigerate: Cover the salad bowl and refrigerate till equipped to serve. Chilling lets in the flavors to meld together, bettering the style of the salad.

Enjoy: When prepared to serve, dish out this scrumptious and convenient fowl salad onto plates or into bowls. It’s best for a mild lunch, a fresh dinner, or as a aspect dish for picnics and gatherings.

NOTES

Feel free to alter the quantity of mayonnaise or bitter cream to acquire your preferred consistency. You can add extra for a creamier texture or much less for a lighter salad.

Don’t overlook to style and alter the seasoning with salt and pepper in accordance to your preference.

Get innovative and add extra substances like diced apples or dried cranberries for greater sweetness and texture.

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