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Million Dollar Chicken Salad

Creamy Million Dollar Chicken Salad to Elevate Your Lunch

Enjoy a delicious and creamy Million Dollar Chicken Salad, perfect for lunch or picnics.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken Shredded or cubed
  • 1 cup Celery Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Substitute with chives if preferred
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Non-dairy cheese for lactose-free version
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Slivered Almonds Walnuts or pecans can be used
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon Chopped into bite-sized pieces
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Can be omitted for lower calorie version
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables: Shred or cube the rotisserie chicken and place it in a large mixing bowl. Finely chop the celery and green onions, adding them to the chicken.
  2. Add Cheese and Crunch: Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, ensuring bacon is chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Mix the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, blend together the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth. Pour it over the chicken mixture.
  4. Combine Ingredients Thoroughly: Gently fold the dressing into the chicken and vegetable medley until everything is well coated.
  5. Season to Taste: Sprinkle in salt and pepper according to your preference and adjust as needed.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon the chicken salad onto toasted bread, in lettuce wraps, or alongside crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is quick and easy, keeping well in the fridge for several days.

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