Best 7 Chicken Salad From Mom Recipes

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Welcome to the delightful world of chicken salad, a culinary treat that holds a special place in many families' hearts. This humble dish, often prepared with love and passed down through generations, is a comforting and versatile crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed in countless ways. In this article, we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for chicken salad, one that captures the essence of "mom's cooking" and brings back cherished memories with every bite. We'll explore a variety of ingredients, techniques, and tips to help you create the perfect chicken salad that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, let's dive in and uncover the secrets to making mom's legendary chicken salad, a dish that will surely become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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BEST CHICKEN SALAD



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A few flavorful and crunchy add-ins turn everyday chicken salad into something you would pay hard-earned cash for at a really nice deli or specialty food counter.

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Kosher or coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)
¼ cup chopped cornichons (or sweet pickles relish)
¼ cup chopped pitted black olives (, such as Greek or Niçoise)
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup minced onion
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon (or 1 teaspoon dried)
3 cups shredded or diced cooked chicken
4 medium-size radishes (, cut into matchsticks (see Note))

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, olives, cornichons or sweet pickle relish, and salt and pepper. Add the celery, onion and tarragon and stir to combine well.
  • Place the chicken in a large serving bowl. Add the dressing, toss to combine, and taste and adjust seasonings. Toss in the radishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1561 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 109 g, Fat 118 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 362 mg, Sodium 2184 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN SALAD



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An easy Chicken Salad recipe from Food Network Kitchen starts with poaching your chicken breasts in an herb-infused broth to keep them extra moist.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups diced poached chicken, recipe follows
1 stalk celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced or 1/4 cup sweet onion cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon or fresh dill
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1 cup prepared or homemade mayonnaise
2 teaspoons strained freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
10 sprigs parsley
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 small onion, halved
1 small carrot, halved
1 stalk celery, halved
3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts halves, fat trimmed
5 to 6 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium store bought

Steps:

  • Toss together the chicken, celery, scallions, dill and parsley in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper to taste. Add to the chicken and mix gently until combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Put the parsley, thyme, onion, carrot, celery, and chicken breasts in a medium saucepan. Cover with the broth, and bring just to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and cover. Poach the chicken until firm to the touch, about 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, uncover and cool the chicken in the liquid for 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and reserve the liquid. Bone and skin the chicken and roughly chop the meat into about 1-inch pieces. Discard the bones and skin.
  • Strain the broth and store, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 days or freeze for later use. Remove any fat from the surface of the broth before using.

MOM'S CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Mom's Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by smiles4u

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups diced chicken
2 cups diced celery
1/2 cup blanched slivered almond
1 cup halved white grapes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and chill.

MOM'S CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Number Of Ingredients 8

2.5 cups chicken
1 cups celery
1 cups grapes
0.5 cups brown almonds
2 teaspoons parsley
0.5 teaspoons salt
1 cups mayonnaise
0.5 cups whipping cream

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients together except whipping cream.
  • Whip cream and chill.
  • Toss all ingredients into the whipped cream 30 minutes prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

HOT CHICKEN SALAD (DAVID LETTERMAN'S MOM'S)



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She got it from Alma Worthington who was the food services director at Second Presbyterian for nearly 15 years. Dave's Mom, Dorothy had worked at that Church. This is a casserole made with cooked (leftover chicken) and is different from the other hot chicken salad recipes posted. I haven't tried this yet but it is one of Dave's Mom's favorites. I found this in Home Cookin' With Dave's Mom.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup rice, cooked
1 cup chicken, cooked
1 cup celery, chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise, light is OK but not fat-free
3/4 cup almonds, sliced, can use water chestnuts
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1/2 cup corn flake crumbs, to sprinkle on top of casserole
2 tablespoons butter, to dot top of casserole

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix all ingredients, except for the topping ingredients, in an 8 inch X 8 Inch square baking dish.
  • Top with the cornflake crumbs, using more or less (original recipe didn't give an amount) and dot with butter (use as much as you like since original recipe didn't give an amount).
  • Bake for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.2, Fat 38.8, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 32.7, Sodium 975.5, Carbohydrate 63.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 11.6

MOM'S CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing
1/2 (1 ounce) package dry Hidden Valley Ranch dressing
1 1/2 Tablespoons dry dill weed
5 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
1 cup slivered almonds
1 1/2 cups red grapes (halved)
3 stalks celery (diced)
8 croissant rolls

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, buttermilk, prepared ranch dressing, dry ranch mix and dill weed.
  • Gently mix in cooked chicken, almonds, grapes and celery.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and serve on croissants.

BASIC CHICKEN SALAD



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This basic chicken salad is a family favorite. I like to use baked thighs or breasts that have been sprinkled with basil or rosemary.

Provided by Jackie M.

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a frying pan. Toast over medium-high heat, shaking frequently. Watch carefully, as they burn easily.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper. Toss with chicken, almonds, and celery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 778.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 125.9 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 403 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality mayonnaise and freshly ground black pepper.
  • If you're using celery, be sure to use the inner ribs, as they're more tender and have a better flavor.
  • If you're using grapes, cut them in half lengthwise so they're easier to eat.
  • If you don't have any pecans on hand, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
  • Be sure to season the chicken salad to taste. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder, depending on your personal preference.
  • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce, or in a sandwich or wrap.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad is a versatile dish that is easy to make and can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a festive dish to serve at a party, this classic recipe is sure to please everyone.

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