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Copycat Jalapeno Hollychicken Salad

A creamy and zesty chicken salad inspired by the famous Chicken Salad Chick recipe, featuring chicken, pickled jalapenos, and a flavorful blend of spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken tenderloins Cooked and shredded
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 cup Pickled jalapenos Adjust for spiciness
  • 2 tsp Pickled jalapeno brine
  • 1 tsp Lime juice, fresh Use freshly squeezed
  • 2/3 cup Mayonnaise High-quality recommended
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper, ground
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Sour cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the chicken tenderloins in a pan over medium heat until they’re no longer pink in the center and cooked through.
  2. Shred the cooked chicken with forks or a hand mixer.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, pickled jalapenos, pickled jalapeno brine, lime juice, mayonnaise, black pepper, salt, and sour cream.
  4. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well incorporated.
  5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
  6. Serve the salad on a bed of fresh greens, in a sandwich, or as a dip.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using diced avocado or chopped cilantro. You can also use rotisserie chicken to save time. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.