Chicken Salad
Description
This classic chicken salad offers a delightful balance of creamy mayonnaise, sweet pickles, and crisp onion. The addition of a touch of sugar and salt enhances the natural flavors of the cooked chicken, creating a rich and satisfying texture that is both comforting and refreshing. It is an ideal choice for a quick weekday lunch, a light dinner, or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the quality of the chicken to shine through, making it a versatile dish that pairs well with crackers, lettuce cups, or fresh bread. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers consistent, home-style results every time.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the small sweet pickle and inch piece of onion into a blender or food processor.
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Process until the pickle and onion are finely chopped into small, uniform pieces.
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Add the cubed cooked chicken breast to the processor bowl.
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Pulse the mixture three times quickly to distribute the chicken without pureeing it.
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Add the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
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Pulse two more times just until all ingredients are well combined and creamy.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 273.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.8g26%
- Saturated Fat 2.6g13%
- Cholesterol 24.1mg9%
- Sodium 97614.8mg4068%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.1g9%
- Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
- Sugars 3.4g
- Protein 12.1g25%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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