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Golden Chicken Salad

Golden Chicken Salad is the perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a delightful addition…
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course Salad
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 4 cupsfinely diced cooked chicken
  • 1 cupmayonnaise
  • 1-2 teaspoonslemon juice
  • 1 celery rib ,finley diced
  • 2 green onions ,sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoonpepper
  • 1/2 cupgolden raisins
  • 1/2 cuptoasted chopped walnuts

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine 4 cups finely diced, cooked chicken; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1–2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 celery rib, finely diced; 2 green onions, sliced; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; and 1/2 cup golden raisins.
  • Stir gently but thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until everything is evenly coated and distributed.
  • Taste and, if desired, add up to the remaining amount of lemon juice (within the 1–2 teaspoon range) or a touch more pepper; stir briefly to incorporate.
  • Cover the bowl and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle 1/2 cup toasted chopped walnuts evenly over the salad and serve.

Notes

Notes
Will keep for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
You can use rotisserie chicken, poached chicken, or any leftover chicken.