White Trash Chicken Salad Recipes

CHICKEN SALAD

Chicken Salad image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup toasted walnuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
2 celery ribs, diced
2 scallions, thinly sliced up to the pale green parts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
Two 8-ounce dry or leftover cooked chicken breasts, cut into chunks (see Cook's Note)
Bibb lettuce leaves, for serving
Balsamic reduction, store-bought or homemade, for serving

Steps:

Mix the walnuts, cranberries, mustard, sugar, celery, scallions and some salt and pepper together in a large bowl. Let the flavors meld for 10 minutes.
Add in the mayo and mix until incorporated. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add in the chicken. Let the mixture sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving, overnight preferred.
Serve on lettuce leaves and drizzle with balsamic reduction.

COPYCAT CHICKEN SALAD

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This recipe is incredibly easy to make, and your family will love it. The sweet pickle relish gives it its signature taste. I like to use a thick, crusty oat bread for this sandwich. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup sweet pickle relish
1/3 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 hard-boiled large egg, cooled and minced
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
4 slices whole wheat bread, toasted
2 romaine leaves

Steps:

Mix the first 7 ingredients; stir in chicken. Line 2 slices of toast with lettuce. Top with chicken salad and remaining toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651 calories, Fat 29g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 222mg cholesterol, Sodium 1386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

JUNIOR'S WHITE MEAT CHICKEN SALAD

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Whenever in NYC, I always try to cross the bridge to Brooklyn and eat at Junior's on the corner of Flatbush and Dekalb. I was fortunate to come across this recipe for their chicken salad. It's great for making sandwiches on thick slices of white or Challah bread, or simply serve as a salad on curly lettuce leaves. P.S. You haven't lived until you've tried Junior's cheesecake, the best in the world.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

celery leaves (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large whole breasts or 4 large halves)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup celery, diced
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill
3/4 cup mayonnaise (use Hellman's Real Mayonnaise and NOT the light variety)
1/3 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

To cook the chicken: Fill a large saucepan half full with water. Add a few celery leaves, if you wish, plus the salt and white pepper, and bring to a boil over high heat. Slide in the chicken breasts, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the chicken turns opaque and the juices are no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a colander with a slotted spoon, and rinse with cold water. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and cut into 3/4-inch chunks (please don't shred the chicken).
Place the chicken chunks into a medium-sized bowl and sprinkle with the lemon juice and toss well. Add the diced celery and dill and toss again.
Mix all the ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl. Spoon the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until all of the chicken and celery are coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.5, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 111.1, Sodium 1211.8, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.7, Protein 32.9

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD

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This crowd-pleasing recipe for classic chicken salad is perfect for sandwiches, salads, and snacking. Bits of celery, relish, and fresh herbs add texture and flavor while Dijon mustard and lemon juice add a tangy bite. Enjoy it just as it is, or add nuts or fruits. My favorite way to eat this is on toasted wheat bread with lettuce and tomato alongside a healthy serving of potato chips!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 3h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

cooking spray
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
¾ teaspoon onion powder
1 cup mayonnaise, or more to taste
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup sweet relish
3 stalks green onions (white and light green parts only), minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
½ cup finely chopped celery

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
Season chicken evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and onion powder. Place in the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear and chicken shreds easily, about 1 hour 20 minutes; don't overcook. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Remove from the oven, uncover, and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Reserve any accumulated chicken broth.
Prepare dressing while chicken cools. Combine 1 cup mayonnaise, sour cream, relish, green onions, parsley, Dijon, lemon juice, dill, and remaining salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix until well combined.
Break chicken into large pieces and place in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 3 to 5 times to shred chicken to desired consistency.
Transfer chicken to a bowl. Add celery and pour dressing over top; toss to coat. If more moisture is desired, add reserved broth or more mayonnaise.
Cover and chill for at least 2 hours (or up to 2 days) before serving. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 456.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g