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The easiest and most delicious chicken salad recipe involves a store-bought shortcut: rotisserie chicken. This Rotisserie Chicken Salad recipe bursts with flavor and is delicious on top of a salad or on a sandwich for an easy lunch. Makes 2-3 servings. Looking for more easy lunch ideas? This Egg Salad Sandwich and Summer Snack Sandwiches are two of my favorites. Homemade Chicken Salad is one of my all-time favorite things to have for lunch, but I rarely get to enjoy it because I never plan ahead. During this past year, we’ve been purchasing rotisserie chickens from our local grocery, and goodness gracious, do they make for some delicious meals. Also, they make for the best Chicken Salad. (And make it oh-so-simple to make this recipe!) Why I love this recipe:I love this Rotisserie Chicken Salad recipe because it’s so dang easy to make and because it’s busting with flavor and texture. The rotisserie chicken, especially, makes the chicken salad easy to make and takes away the step of roasting a whole chicken or chicken breasts for the salad… which in turn makes this recipe faster to make. Pro tip: Shred your rotisserie chicken as soon as you get home from the store because it’ll shred easier whenever it is warm. More easy recipes you could make with rotisserie chicken: Chicken Apple Salad with Strawberries | Chicken Pesto Pasta | Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos | Summer Quinoa Salad | Buffalo Wing Casserole Looking for easy meal inspiration? My Dinner Recipe Index has tons of ideas for you! What you need to make this homemade chicken salad recipeThe Speckled Palate participates in affiliate programs. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Please refer to my disclosure page for more information about these affiliate programs.
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How to make Rotisserie Chicken SaladIf you haven’t already, shred your chicken, and set it aside. There are several ways to shred chicken! You can remove large chunks of the meat from the rotisserie chicken and shred it with your hands… or you can toss it into an electric stand mixer* (affiliate link) fitted with the paddle attachment to shred it more easily. You can also use a hand mixer for this step, too. Next, combine the mayonnaise with the chicken seasoning, black pepper and kosher salt in a large bowl. Mix with a spoon until combined. Measure in the celery, and stir until incorporated. Finally, add the shredded chicken. Stir until combined, and then serve. Erin’s Easy Entertaining TipsWouldn’t mini Chicken Salad Sandwiches be a delight at a small home gathering? Or Chicken Salad Cups be the cutest at a baby shower? Here are a few thoughts on making this Rotisserie Chicken Salad for a crowd.
What are some ways I can enjoy this recipe?Personally, I like to turn this into a chicken salad sandwich. Slather the chicken salad onto toasted bread, add lettuce and tomatoes, and you’re golden. You could also use this in a salad and serve it with greens. Chicken salad cups, using toasted phyllo shells* (affiliate link) , are super cute for entertaining, too! Frequently Asked QuestionsHow long does this chicken salad keep? It’ll keep as long as your chicken is good. By rule, I don’t let it go for more than 3-4 days in my fridge at any given time, but it always seems to get eaten up before then. How far in advance can chicken salad be made? Since this is a make-ahead recipe, you can make it 1-2 days in advance easily! What can I use this chicken salad with? I like to serve this in a big ‘ol bowl of greens and on a sandwich! You could also serve it in little phyllo shells to make them into a bite-sized appetizer. What other ingredients can I include in this easy chicken salad recipe? Personally, I think this recipe is pretty solid by itself. However, if you’re a fan of grapes in chicken salad, turn this into a California Chicken Salad by adding some halved seedless grapes and pecans. Add hard boiled eggs, relish and a splash of lemon juice to transform it into Southern Chicken Salad. Add curry powder for Curried Chicken Salad! Quick Tips and Tricks for the Best Chicken Salad recipe
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Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes The easiest and most delicious chicken salad recipe involves a store-bought shortcut: rotisserie chicken. This Rotisserie Chicken Salad recipe bursts with flavor and is delicious on top of a salad or on a sandwich for an easy lunch. Ingredients
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Nutrition Information:Yield:3 servingsServing Size:1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 606Total Fat: 43gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 32gCholesterol: 197mgSodium: 1099mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 53g Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Can you use rotisserie chicken for shredded chicken?The easiest way to shred a store-bought rotisserie chicken in a mixer is to do it as soon as you get home from the store, while the chicken is still warm. If the rotisserie chicken is cold or has been in the fridge, warm it gently in the oven or microwave before shredding it.
How do you keep chicken salad sandwiches from getting soggy?The trick I learned from my Mom is to spread the fresh bread slices with a thin layer of softened butter. This helps to prevent the bread from getting soggy once the filling is added. Cut off the crusts, and then cut the crustless sandwiches in thirds or in triangles.
Do you put eggs in chicken salad sandwiches?The secret to a homestyle Southern chicken salad is the chopped hard-boiled egg and dill pickle relish, which adds lots of flavor and, thanks to the pickle, an unexpected tangy twist to a classic.
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