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Best Chicken Salad Recipe

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This creamy chicken salad recipe is the best and a family favorite! Almonds and celery add a lovely crunch, and it is made with leftover roast chicken or baked chicken breasts sprinkled with basil or rosemary.

  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup blanched slivered almonds
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
  • 1 rib celery, chopped

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Place almonds in a frying pan. Toast over medium-high heat, shaking frequently. Watch carefully, as they burn easily.
  3. Mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  4. Toss with chicken, toasted almonds, and celery.
  5. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use leftover roast chicken or baked chicken breasts for the best flavor.
  • Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor, so don’t skip this step.
  • Adjust the pepper and lemon juice to suit your taste preferences.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 779
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 403mg
  • Fat: 63g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 44g
  • Cholesterol: 126mg