Description
Classic carol chicken salad brings Southern comfort to your plate with creamy, tangy perfection. Delightful blend of shredded chicken, mayo, and subtle seasonings creates a nostalgic taste that keeps you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) chicken tenders
Seasonings and Spices:
- 2 teaspoons dry ranch salad dressing mix
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (946 milliliters) low sodium chicken stock
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely minced celery
Instructions
- Heat chicken stock in a pot until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Gently submerge chicken tenders and simmer for 15-20 minutes, ensuring chicken is fully cooked through.
- Transfer chicken from stock and allow to cool completely on a cutting board.
- Shred cooled chicken using two forks, pulling meat apart into fine, uniform pieces.
- Prepare dressing mixture by whisking mayonnaise, Ranch seasoning, finely diced celery, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold shredded chicken into dressing, mixing thoroughly to ensure even coating and distribution of ingredients.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for minimum 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld and salad to chill.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing and ensure consistent texture.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Shred chicken while still slightly warm for easier and more consistent texture.
- Use Greek yogurt as a lighter mayonnaise alternative for a healthier version of the salad.
- Enhance flavor by adding chopped fresh herbs like dill or chives for extra zest and color.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 37 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg