LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD

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This cool main-dish salad really hits the spot during the warm summer months. Plus, its colorful layers look so appealing. Served with a roll or muffin, it's a complete meal. -Kay Bridgeman, Lexington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 cups cubed cooked chicken, divided
2 cups torn lettuce
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon dill seed
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Sweet red pepper rings and fresh parsley sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer 1-1/2 cups chicken and the lettuce. Combine rice, peas and parsley; spoon over lettuce. Layer with tomatoes, cucumber, peppers and remaining chicken. Combine the first 10 dressing ingredients; spoon over salad. Garnish with red pepper and parsley if desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hour or overnight. Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BK BK
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This chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party.


Thulaganyo Phillipine
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chicken salad turned out really runny. I think I might have added too much mayonnaise.


Amjad Muhmand
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This chicken salad was really easy to make and it turned out great! I would definitely make it again.


Suman Pariyar
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This chicken salad was a bit too dry for my taste. I would recommend adding some more mayonnaise or yogurt to make it creamier.


Ermine Kinchiro
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I found this chicken salad to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.


Eric Kasking
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This chicken salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less grapes or adding some other tart ingredient, like cranberries.


Sewakambo Mubaraka
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great! The chicken salad was creamy and flavorful, and the grapes and walnuts added a nice crunch.


Mahaz Khan
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This chicken salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Asmae Belkhen
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I love the combination of flavors in this chicken salad. The grapes and walnuts add a nice sweetness and crunch.


Kerry lobach
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This layered chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party.


Renee Smith
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I'm not a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and creamy, and I love the addition of the grapes and walnuts.


Jayden Myers
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This chicken salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it.


Mallory Bowles
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I made this layered chicken salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's a great make-ahead dish and it travels well.


Pivniceru Radu
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken salad is creamy and flavorful, and the addition of the grapes and walnuts adds a nice crunch.


Ryan Choquette
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I've been making this layered chicken salad for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Akhter Zaman
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This layered chicken salad was a huge success at my recent potluck! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.