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Chicken Salad Recipe

Chicken Salad Recipe

This best chicken salad is creamy, crunchy, and quick to make. With simple ingredients and balanced flavor, it’s perfect for easy meals and meal prep.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 780
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked chicken chopped
  • 1 rib celery chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place the almonds in a skillet over medium-low heat and toast them gently, stirring often until they become golden and fragrant without burning.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and black pepper, mixing until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
  3. Add the chopped chicken, toasted almonds, and celery into the bowl with the dressing.
  4. Toss everything together gently until all ingredients are evenly coated without overmixing.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short time before serving for better flavor.

Notes

  • Toast the almonds carefully over low heat. Stir often so they turn golden without burning.
  • Use cooked chicken that is well-seasoned. This adds more depth and flavor to the salad.
  • Mix the dressing until smooth before adding ingredients. This ensures even coating throughout.
  • Chop the celery finely. This gives a nice crunch without overpowering each bite.
  • Chill the salad briefly before serving. This helps the flavors blend and taste more balanced.