Transport yourself back to the comforting flavors of your grandma’s kitchen with this Old-Fashioned Chicken Salad. Perfectly creamy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, it’s the ultimate go-to for sandwiches, crackers, or a light meal! 🌟
🛒 Ingredients:
- 🍗 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 🥒 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 🧅 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 🥚 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 🍇 1/4 cup grapes, halved (optional for sweetness)
- 🥜 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional for crunch)
- 🥄 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 🥄 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 🍋 1 tsp lemon juice
- 🌿 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients:
- Chop the cooked chicken, celery, red onion, and eggs. If using grapes and pecans, prepare those as well.
2️⃣ Make the Dressing:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Combine Everything:
- Add the chicken, celery, red onion, eggs, and any optional ingredients (grapes or pecans) to the bowl with the dressing.
- Gently fold everything together until well coated.
4️⃣ Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve on toasted bread, crackers, or a bed of lettuce for a fresh and satisfying meal.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Classic Comfort: A timeless recipe that never goes out of style.
- Versatile: Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served solo.
- Customizable: Add nuts, fruits, or veggies to make it your own.
- Easy & Quick: Whip it up in no time for a tasty, protein-packed meal.
This Old-Fashioned Chicken Salad is the definition of comfort food – simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. 🥪✨