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Delicious Chicken Salad Recipe for Sandwiches or Salads by Mr. Make It Happen
Introduction:
Chicken salad is a classic dish that’s both versatile and delicious. This recipe uses roasted chicken, which adds an extra layer of flavor and richness to the salad. Whether you’re serving it on a croissant for a fancy sandwich or enjoying it on a bed of lettuce, this chicken salad is sure to be a hit. Here’s how to make it:
I have included a recipe here for roasting your own chicken – as seen in this YouTube Video – https://youtu.be/ZoYljF4I5P0
However, the easier way is to grab a Rotisserie Chicken, and I am sure most will do just that, just like I did today, lol.
Prepare the Chicken Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped roasted chicken with mayonnaise, sweet relish, and Dijon mustard.
- Add the finely diced celery, red onion, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
- Season the chicken salad with Old Bay seasoning, chicken bouillon powder (if using), all-purpose seasoning, and lemon zest. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated. For best results, refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Remove skin, cartilage, and bones – then dice the chicken into your desired size pieces.
Next, dice the celery and onion. Once the prep is done, make your dressing. Season to taste and add in the celery and onion before finally folding in the diced chicken.
Assemble the Sandwiches (optional):
- Slice the croissants in half and lightly toast them if desired.
- Place a layer of lettuce on the bottom half of each croissant.
- Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad on top of the lettuce.
- Add tomato slices and crispy bacon if desired.
- Top with the other half of the croissant.
Tips for Success:
- Flavor Enhancements: For additional flavor, consider adding finely chopped apples or grapes to the chicken salad.
- Texture: If you prefer a chunkier texture, chop the chicken into larger pieces. For a smoother texture, you can shred the chicken.
- Make Ahead: The chicken salad can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This chicken salad recipe is a fantastic way to use roasted chicken, providing a delicious, versatile dish that’s perfect for any meal. Whether you’re serving it in sandwiches or as a light salad, it’s sure to be a favorite. Enjoy!
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Chicken Salad Recipe: for Sandwiches or Salad
Ingredients
For the Roasted Chicken:
- 1 6-7 lb chicken, or use a rotisserie chicken for convenience
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 lemons, halved
- Fresh rosemary, a few sprigs
- Fresh thyme, a few sprigs
- Fresh sage, a few leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cayenne pepper, optional, for a hint of heat
- Favorite poultry blend seasoning, such as Herbes de Provence or a poultry seasoning mix
For the Chicken Salad:
- Chopped roasted chicken, from the whole chicken, bone, skin, and cartilage removed
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet relish
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder, optional, for extra flavor
- 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning
- 1 tsp lemon zest
For Serving:
- Croissants, for sandwiches
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Cooked bacon, optional, for added crunch
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped roasted chicken with mayonnaise, sweet relish, and Dijon mustard.
- Add the finely diced celery, red onion, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
- Season the chicken salad with Old Bay seasoning, chicken bouillon powder (if using), all-purpose seasoning, and lemon zest. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated. For best results, refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Remove skin, cartilage, and bones – then dice the chicken into your desired size pieces.
- Next, dice the celery and onion. Once the prep is done, make your dressing. Season to taste and add in the celery and onion before finally folding in the diced chicken.
Assemble the Sandwiches (optional):
- Slice the croissants in half and lightly toast them if desired.
- Place a layer of lettuce on the bottom half of each croissant.
- Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad on top of the lettuce.
- Add tomato slices and crispy bacon if desired.
- Top with the other half of the croissant.
Notes
- Flavor Enhancements: For additional flavor, consider adding finely chopped apples or grapes to the chicken salad.
- Texture: If you prefer a chunkier texture, chop the chicken into larger pieces. For a smoother texture, you can shred the chicken.
- Make Ahead: The chicken salad can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
