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CHICKEN SALAD | Easy Chicken Salad Recipe | Self Quarantine Cooking

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Chicken Salad Sandwich

Cultural Context

The chicken salad sandwich is a staple in American cuisine, often enjoyed as a quick lunch or picnic item. Its origins can be traced back to the early 20th century, when chicken salad became popular as a way to use leftover chicken. Variations abound, with different ingredients and dressings reflecting regional tastes.

AmericanUSmain
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
cooked chicken
1/3 to 1/2 cup mayonnaise
salad dressing (Miracle Whip)
fresh parsley
celery
1 green onion
1 sweet mini bell pepper (orange)
salt
lemon pepper
crushed red pepper
1/2 small lemon (2 teaspoons lemon juice)
croissant rolls

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: poached chicken

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is often more affordable and convenient.

1

Cook a whole chicken in the Instant Pot and shred the chicken for the salad.

2

Reserve most of the chicken breast for the chicken salad.

3

Chop the reserved chicken into bite-sized pieces.

4

Chop fresh parsley leaves, celery, green onion, and sweet mini bell pepper.

5

In a bowl, combine the chopped chicken, mayonnaise, and salad dressing.

6

Add chopped vegetables to the bowl with the chicken and dressing.

7

Add crushed red pepper for a kick and lemon juice for brightness.

8

Mix everything together well.

9

Taste the mixture and add a pinch of salt if needed and more lemon juice to taste.

10

Fill croissant rolls with the chicken salad for serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

Instant Potbowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chicken Salad SandwichesChicken Salad on Bread

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