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Filipino Chicken Salad

Cultural Context

Filipino Chicken Salad, known locally as Ensaladang Manok, has roots in the Philippines, where it is often served during family gatherings and celebrations. This dish showcases the Filipino love for fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, combining tender chicken with a creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables. Today, it is enjoyed not only in the Philippines but also by Filipino communities around the world, often adapted with local ingredients.

FilipinoPHmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cooked chicken
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup carrots, grated
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup peppers, diced
1/2 cup raisins
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
4 cups lettuce, for serving

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is more affordable and convenient

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Sultanas are often less expensive and provide a similar sweetness

1

Boil chicken until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.

2

Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.

3

Chop celery, carrots, onion, and peppers into small pieces.

4

In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped vegetables, and raisins.

5

Add mayonnaise and lemon juice to the mixture.

6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Mix all ingredients until well combined.

8

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

9

Serve on a bed of lettuce or in sandwich form.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Ensaladang ManokChicken Ensalada

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