Chicken Salad Chick Pimento Cheese Recipe
The Chicken Salad Chick Pimento Cheese Recipe is a popular dish made with pimento cheese, which is a creamy and flavorful spread made from cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and pimento peppers. It's often served as a dip, sandwich filling, or a topping for crackers and vegetables. The recipe typically includes shredded cheese, diced pimentos, mayonnaise, and seasonings like garlic powder and cayenne pepper. It's a simple and tasty recipe that's loved by many for its rich and tangy flavor.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Grater for the cheese (if not pre-shredded)
- Spoon or spatula for mixing
Ingredients
- 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken great for leftovers!
- ½ cup of mayonnaise
- ¼ cup of cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup of sour cream
- ½ cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ tablespoon of garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ounces of diced pimentos drained
Instructions
- Take your mixing bowl and blend the mayonnaise, cream cheese, and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper for that perfect seasoning.
- Gently fold in the chicken, pimentos, and both types of cheese until everything’s nicely combined.
- Let it chill. Give the flavors some time to mingle by refrigerating the mix for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
Special Note
If you’re short on time or ingredients, you can use store-bought pimento cheese as a base and add shredded chicken and your preferred seasonings.
And if you’re aiming for a healthier version, consider using low-fat mayo or Greek yogurt.