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A classic, creamy chicken salad made with seasoned chicken, crunchy celery, and a rich mayo dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or snacks.
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless chicken breast, diced
  • 300 g boneless chicken thigh, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp granulated onion
  • 0.67 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 pinch additional salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken breast and thigh. Season with sea salt, black pepper, and granulated onion.
  3. Cook until chicken is fully cooked and lightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  4. Transfer cooled chicken to a mixing bowl. Add diced celery and mayonnaise.
  5. Mix gently until well combined. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 32gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 1 hour before serving.

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