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Classic Carol Chicken Salad

A refreshing and easy-to-make chicken salad that combines tender chicken, crisp celery, and zesty ranch dressing, perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 0.75 lb chicken tenderloins Use high-quality chicken for best flavor.
  • 16 oz chicken stock Enhances the taste of the chicken.
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise Can be substituted with Greek yogurt or avocado.
  • 1.5 tablespoon finely chopped celery Adds crunch to the salad.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 1.5 teaspoon dry ranch dressing seasoning Adds zesty flavor.

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Bring the chicken stock to a boil in a saucepot.
  2. Add the chicken tenderloins, then reduce the heat to medium. Simmer the chicken until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the saucepot and allow it to cool. Shred the cooked chicken tenderloins with two forks.
Mixing the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning. Stir until everything is well mixed.
  2. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Serving
  1. Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.

Notes

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Omit mayonnaise before freezing to maintain texture.