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Chicken Salad Chick Recipe For Fancy Nancy

Chicken Salad Chick Recipe For Fancy Nancy

Shikta Ghosh
I recently made the “Chicken Salad Chick Recipe for Fancy Nancy,” inspired by the Chicken Salad Chick restaurant.
This culinary experience transformed simple ingredients into an exquisite dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course chicken salad
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded (preferably from a rotisserie chicken for better flavor)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans toasted
  • 2 celery stalks finely chopped
  • 1 apple cored and chopped (choose a sweet variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves for serving optional
  • Croissants or your favorite bread for serving

Instructions
 

  • Prepare The Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook and shred your chicken. Rotisserie chicken works great for added flavor and convenience.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Stir until well blended.
  • Add Chicken and Other Ingredients: Add the shredded chicken, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, finely chopped celery, and chopped apple to the bowl.
  • Season The Salad: Add the tarragon and salt and pepper to taste. Gently stir all the ingredients until they are well combined, and the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Let It Marinate: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least an hour for the best flavor. This allows the flavors to meld together nicely.
  • Serve: Serve the chicken salad on lettuce leaves for a light option or on croissants or your favorite bread for a more filling meal.
  • Garnish (Optional): You can garnish with additional chopped pecans or a sprinkle of fresh tarragon for extra flair.

Notes

Tips

Here are some preparation tips for the Chicken Salad Chick Recipe for Fancy Nancy
  • Use Quality Chicken: Opt for a rotisserie chicken for its rich flavour and tenderness.
  • Toast the Pecans: Toasting pecans brings out their nutty flavour.
  • Chop Ingredients Finely: Finely chopped celery and apple add texture without overpowering each bite.
  • Balance Flavors: Adjust the amount of lemon juice and tarragon to suit your taste.
  • Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour to enhance flavour integration.
  • Serve Fresh: Enjoy it on a bed of fresh lettuce or in a soft croissant for the best taste.
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