BETTER THAN DELI CHICKEN SALAD W/ FRUIT AND NUTS!
I don't know about everyone else, but I just can't go by the deli counter in my local grocery store without stopping by and getting a container of their chicken salad with fruit and nuts. Who needs crackers or breads when you can eat it by the spoonful straight from the container! I finally decided it was time to master this...
Provided by Nicole H.
Categories Salads
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Cook chicken breast in a shallow pan filled with water. (You can also add some diced onion into the water at this point if you enjoy the onion flavoring in your chicken salad... I do this and it's wonderful, and yet still passes as not having onions to those that just don't like onion crunchiness in their chicken salad!) After chicken is fully cooked (approximately 20 minutes, turning to ensure all sides are cooked evenly) use a fork to shred your chicken breast into long strips. Place in the fridge to cool.
- 2. In a small bowl, add your 1/2 cup of golden raisins. Pour water into the bowl to cover all of the raisins. Let them sit while you prepare the rest of the recipe. (This makes your raisins plump and juicy... this is a must-do step for the perfect soft, moist fruit!)
- 3. In a large bowl, mix together 3/4 cup of real mayo, 3/4 cup of whipped dressing, 1 TB of dijon mustard, and 2 tb of honey. Beat well.
- 4. Strain the water off of your raisins and dry them on paper towels.
- 5. Add raisins, cranberries, walnuts, and almonds to your mayo mixture.
- 6. Add shredded chicken breast to your mayo mixture.
- 7. Serve chilled; on bread, croissants, or crackers!
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Kamuyu Mwangi
mwangi@yahoo.comI can't wait to try this recipe. It looks amazing!
Shak Sadi
ss@aol.comThis salad is delicious and refreshing. It's the perfect summer dish.
mosh styles
stylesm98@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.
Ntuthuko Sfundo
ntuthuko.s62@gmail.comThis salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Dawn O8A
o8a77@yahoo.comI love the combination of flavors in this salad. The fruit and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Muallim Maula
mmaula89@gmail.comThis salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Md Ajhar Mahmud official
m@hotmail.co.ukI've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks or picnics.
Preye Otiteh
opreye6@gmail.comThis is the best chicken salad I've ever had!
Amanda makwenkwana
am74@hotmail.comI made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up.
Aaron Brennan
b.a64@yahoo.comThis salad is really versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Malak Emad
malak_e@hotmail.comI love that this recipe uses fruit and nuts. It adds a nice sweetness and crunch.
Tahsin Tafrih
tahsin-t38@hotmail.comThis salad is perfect for a summer picnic or BBQ.
Zekhethelo Minenhle
m36@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make.
Jsan Nj
j@gmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Ed Yarber
yarber_ed94@hotmail.comThis chicken salad is amazing! It's so flavorful and refreshing, and the fruit and nuts add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.