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Chicken salad in a white bowl with parsley as garnish

Classic "Chicken Salad Chick" Recipe

A blend of shredded chicken, crunchy celery, onions, and a medley of seasonings bound together by a creamy, tangy dressing.
5 from 9 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Chicken, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins
  • 32 ounces chicken broth or stock
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2-3 stalks celery, finlely diced about ½ cup
  • ½ red onion, finley diced about ½ cup
  • 1 tablespoon dry Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix I like the spicy version, but either will work
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

If your chicken isn't already cooked, poach it in chicken stock.   

  • Fill a large pot with the chicken tenders and chicken stock.  Poach over medium heat for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.  

Shred the chicken

  • Shred the chicken tenders with two forks.

Mix it all together

  • In a large mixing bowl add celery, onion, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dry Ranch dressing mix, salt, and black pepper.  Stir until well blended. 
  • Add shredded chicken and mix in well. 
  • Wrap with plastic wrap and allow to sit in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
  • Store leftover chicken salad in an air tight container for 4-5 days

Notes

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Keyword Chicken Salad Chick Recipe, Classic Chicken Salad