6 Chicken Salad Recipes That Make Lunch Anything But Boring
Put your leftover chicken to work.
Chicken salad is one of those classic dishes that deserves a whole lot more respect than it gets. It may not be as trendy as chopped salads are these days, and it may not have the cachet of a Cobb salad, but when packed with spices and a creamy mayo, chicken salad is hardly a humble dish.
Whether you want something classic with dill and pickles or choose a more adventurous option with curry powder and golden raisins, you can’t go wrong with this protein-packed dish.
Tarragon Chicken Salad on Croissants
While this chicken salad is delicious on croissants, it's also tasty served with crackers or on toasted sourdough bread. So feel free to enjoy it your favorite way.
Classic Chicken Salad
This is your starter recipe right here. Get the proportions of mayo to chicken just right, give it a pop with some pickle, and add just enough fresh dill to have everyone wondering why it tastes so good.
Curry Chicken Salad
This golden version is a potluck favorite. Yellow raisins and curry powder combine with a lighter dressing made from sour cream and just enough mayo to fill it out.
Mediterranean Chicken Salad
This Mediterranean take eschews the mayo for olive oil and red wine vinegar. But don't think that means it lacks flavor. In fact, the combo of green olives and roasted almonds gives this version plenty of presence.
Pesto Chicken Salad
This super flavorful version is actually much easier than you might think: Store-bought pesto and Greek yogurt form the dressing. Add some toasted pine nuts, and you're practically done.
Thai-Style Chicken Salad
This bright version brings in all the flavor of your favorite Thai place in a simple dish that has to be tasted to be believed. With plenty of crunch and a rich, flavorful dressing, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
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