POULTRY ESSENTIALS: EASY PEASY CHICKEN SALAD

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This is not your regular chicken salad with all the usual suspects, this one is primarily chicken, and a few items to bring it together. The hot sauce, and the Dijon mustard give it just enough of a kick to place it on the savory side of the fence, and if you have the chicken cooked, it can be ready to eat in 10 quick...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

PLAN/PURCHASE
1 Tbsp sweet butter, unsalted
1 Tbsp grapeseed oil
1 medium chicken breast, boneless, skinless, about 10 ounces
2 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
3 Tbsp mayonnaise, plain variety
1 tsp brown mustard, i prefer grey poupon
1/4 tsp hot sauce, or to taste, i prefer frank's
salt, kosher variety, to taste
white pepper, freshly ground, to taste
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
dried cherries for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. PREP/PREPARE
  • 2. Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 3. Cut the chicken breast into bitesize pieces, and sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper.
  • 4. Add the butter and oil to a sauté pan, over medium heat.
  • 5. When the butter has melted, give the pan a swirl, and add the chicken.
  • 6. Slowly cook until the pink is gone from the chicken, and the juices run clear, about 6 - 8 minutes
  • 7. Remove from pan, and reserve on paper towels.
  • 8. Add the lemon juice, mayonnaise, mustard, and hot sauce to a bowl, and thoroughly mix. Add the chicken, and toss to combine.
  • 9. Chef's Note: Do a final tasting for proper seasoning.
  • 10. Chef's Tip: The chicken salad will last 2 days, if covered and refrigerated.
  • 11. PLATE/PRESENT
  • 12. Serve on a bed of lettuce, or make a yummy sandwich. Enjoy.
  • 13. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

Chinapineapple Hehe
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I love the combination of chicken, bacon, and avocado. The dressing is also really good. I used a bit less mayonnaise than the recipe called for, an


Naresh Kumar Chaudhary
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This chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


imelda berdaje
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. But I'm so glad I did! The chicken salad is so flavorful and delicious, even without the mayonnaise. I used avocado instead, and it was the perfect creamy addition. I will defini


Paislee Shell
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This chicken salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a picnic or a potluck. I love that it's made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. It makes it a bit healthier, but it's still just as creamy and delici


Asaduzzaman RaseL
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of chicken, celery, onion, and mayonnaise. The mustard adds a nice tang, and the grapes add a touch of sweetness. I will


Tim Lindsey
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This chicken salad is amazing! I made it for a potluck last weekend, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the grapes. They added a touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Vybez Tv
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This chicken salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use rotisserie chicken, which makes it even easier. I also appreciate that this recipe doesn't have any added sugar. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Indu Sharma
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I love the combination of chicken, bacon, and avocado. The dressing is also really good. I used a bit less mayonnaise than the recipe called for, an


Abul Hussin
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This chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Taha Rizwan
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. But I'm so glad I did! The chicken salad is so flavorful and delicious, even without the mayonnaise. I used avocado instead, and it was the perfect creamy addition. I will defini


Michael Gezahegn
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This chicken salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a picnic or a potluck. I love that it's made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. It makes it a bit healthier, but it's still just as creamy and delici


Khokhar badshah
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I've made this chicken salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so versatile, and I can easily customize it to my liking. Sometimes I add diced hard-boiled eggs, sometimes I add chopped walnuts, and sometimes I add a bit of curry powder.


Splendid Somto
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This chicken salad is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy meals, and this one fits the bill perfectly. I can throw it together in just a few minutes, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use rotisserie chicken, which


Tarmante Saidou
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of chicken, celery, onion, and mayonnaise. The mustard adds a nice tang, and the grapes add a touch of sweetness. I will


Khensani Lesego
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This chicken salad is amazing! I made it for a picnic last weekend, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I especially liked that it wasn't too mayonnaise-y. It was just the right amount of creamy. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Constanza Bustos
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I've tried a lot of chicken salad recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. It's so simple to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which makes it a great way to use up leftovers. I also ap


Mehwish Aziz
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This chicken salad is a total game-changer! It's so easy to make, and the results are incredible. The chicken is moist and tender, the celery and onion add a nice crunch, and the mayonnaise and mustard dressing is the perfect balance of creamy and ta