A bowl of classic chicken salad with shredded chicken, creamy mayonnaise dressing, diced celery, red onion, and sliced grapes on a rustic wooden table. Garnished with fresh parsley and black pepper, with a serving spoon lifting a portion. A cozy napkin and wooden plate enhance the warm, inviting atmosphere.

Classic Chicken Salad

Portions:8
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Ingrediënten

  • 3 chicken breasts
  • 1 green apple chopped
  • ½ red onion finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks finely chopped
  • ⅔ c. mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. chopped dill for garnish
  • 6 slices lemon optional
  • 6 sprigs dill optional

Instructies

  • Poach chicken: In a large pot, arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer.
  • If using, place lemon slices and dill sprigs on chicken.
  • Pour water over the chicken breasts, covering by at least an inch.
  • Bring water to a boil, then reduce to simmer and cook for 10 or until the center of the chicken reaches 165° with an instant read thermometer.
  • If you don’t have a thermometer, check that the thickest part of the chicken is opaque.
  • Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, apple, onion and celery.
  • In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk until combined.
  • Pour dressing over chicken mixture and toss.
  • Garnish with dill and serve.
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Recipe Category Chicken / Fruit / Salad
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