Tarragon Chicken Salad With Walnuts

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A classic, creamy chicken salad brightened with fresh tarragon and crunchy toasted walnuts.
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Tarragon Chicken Salad With Walnuts

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 561.8

Description

This elegant Tarragon Chicken Salad is a sophisticated twist on the classic picnic staple. Poached chicken breasts are shredded and tossed with crisp celery in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, yogurt, and fresh tarragon. The addition of toasted walnuts provides a delightful crunch and nutty depth that complements the herbaceous notes perfectly. It is versatile enough to be served chilled as a light lunch, packed in a container for a picnic, or served at room temperature as an appetizer. The combination of textures and flavors makes it a crowd-pleaser that is easy to prepare yet feels gourmet.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the shredded poached chicken in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the tarragon vinegar and finely chopped celery to the chicken and toss until evenly combined.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain yogurt, and chopped tarragon until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss well to coat.
  5. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Cover and refrigerate if making ahead, or proceed to serve.
  7. Just before serving, fold in the toasted chopped walnuts.
  8. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 561.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.3g19%
Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
Cholesterol 289.4mg97%
Sodium 252.0mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 105.6g212%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Make Ahead: This salad can be prepared up to 1 day in advance. Keep it covered and chilled in the refrigerator. Add the walnuts just before serving to maintain their crunch.

Serving: Serve chilled for a refreshing summer lunch, or at room temperature as an elegant appetizer.

Substitution: If fresh tarragon is unavailable, use 1 1/4 teaspoons of crumbled dried tarragon. Adjust vinegar to taste as dried herbs can be more potent.

Poaching Chicken: Ensure chicken breasts are fully cooked and cooled before shredding. Poaching in water or broth with aromatics like bay leaf and peppercorns adds extra flavor.

Keywords: chicken, tarragon, walnuts, salad, creamy, lunch, picnic, poached, celery, yogurt, mayonnaise, herb, fresh, protein, easy, classic, side dish, appetizer
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