This recipe is one where you can do the prep ahead then assemble just prior to serving. It makes a meal all on it's own. Delicious!
Provided by Gayle Kennedy
Categories Chicken Salads
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Toss the cubed Italian bread with a little olive oil, salt, garlic powder and fresh ground pepper. Spread onto baking sheet and bake 350 degrees for 10 - 15 min. til golden brown. Cool completely. Chop bacon into small pieces and cook til crisp. Drain grease and set bacon aside to cool. Poach chicken breasts in chicken broth, cool and cut into chunks (this can be done ahead) Cut cherry tomatoes in half (or quarters if large ones). Slice green onion small. Assemble all in large bowl and toss with basil mayonnaise dressing.
- 2. How to make basil mayonnaise dressing: in a food processor or blender add basil leaves, lemon juice, mayo, fresh garlic, salt pepper to taste. Blend til smooth. This can be made day ahead. Note: This recipe is also good with 1 or 2 ripe avocados added, cut into chunks.
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Raja Zulqrnain
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Michael Mcdaniel
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.
tope alabi
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can customize it with different toppings, too.
Al MISHUvlog
[email protected]This salad was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the dressing was amazing.
Shahzad Luckily
[email protected]This salad was a bit too mayonnaise-y for my taste. I think I would have preferred a dressing with less mayonnaise and more vinegar.
Zara Abu
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Eric Wade
[email protected]This salad was easy to make and tasted delicious! I especially liked the dressing.
Xamdi Maxamud
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the dressing was light and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Marshall Richardson
[email protected]This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. However, the chicken was cooked well and the dressing was tasty.
Cindy Guerrero Casas
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The dressing is amazing and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.
shayan jawaid
[email protected]This salad was delicious! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.
Kabir Ahmed
[email protected]I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is light and tangy, and the chicken is always cooked to perfection. I love that I can customize it with different toppings, too.
Mohan Mahara
[email protected]This chicken club salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I especially appreciated how easy it was to make - I was able to whip it up in no time.