Best Chicken Salad

This classic chicken salad combines tender, chopped chicken with crunchy celery and almonds, all tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own, in a sandwich, or atop a bed of greens. Perfect for meal prepping, picnics, or a quick lunch.

Ingredients

• ½ cup blanched slivered almonds

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

• 2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat

• 1 rib celery, chopped

Directions

1. Toast the Almonds: Place the slivered almonds in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Toast them by shaking the pan frequently until they are golden brown. Be cautious, as they can burn easily.

2. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and ground black pepper until well combined.

3. Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped chicken, toasted almonds, and chopped celery to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together until evenly coated.

4. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 779 kcal

• Total Fat: 63g (81% DV)

  • Saturated Fat: 9g (45% DV)

• Cholesterol: 126mg (42% DV)

• Sodium: 403mg (18% DV)

• Total Carbohydrates: 8g (3% DV)

  • Dietary Fiber: 3g (10% DV)

  • Sugars: 2g

• Protein: 44g (89% DV)

• Vitamin C: 4mg (5% DV)

• Calcium: 100mg (8% DV)

• Iron: 3mg (16% DV)

• Potassium: 572mg (12% DV)
  
  

Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.