This gourmet chicken salad recipe is perfect for a fancy luncheon or a light dinner. Made with tender chicken breast, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this salad is both delicious and elegant. Serve it on a bed of greens for a beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed greens for serving
Directions
- Poach the chicken breasts in boiling water until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Let cool, then shred or dice the chicken.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, cranberries, and almonds.
- Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken salad on a bed of mixed greens for a gourmet presentation.
- Enjoy your delicious and elegant gourmet chicken salad!
Interesting Facts
Chicken salad is a classic American dish that can be customized in many ways.
Adding dried cranberries and sliced almonds gives this salad a gourmet touch.
This recipe is a great way to use leftover cooked chicken.