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Ranch Chicken Salad

A creamy, quick ranch-style chicken salad made with shredded chicken and a tangy buttermilk-herb dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup 1% buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • fresh black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded boneless chicken breast from rotisserie chicken or leftover

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup 1% buttermilk, 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, and fresh black pepper to taste until smooth.
  • Add 2 cups shredded boneless chicken breast to the dressing and stir until the chicken is evenly coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate the salad until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Adjust chives and pepper to taste.
  • Chill before serving for best flavor.