Sunday, July 13, 2014

Simple Chicken Salad

Chicken salad can be a great picnic or party food item, and having a simple go-to recipe is a must!  The chicken you use is up to you...as is you can either:

  • Make your own (recipe to follow soon!)
  • Buy a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken from your local grocery store
Once you have your chicken cooked (or purchased from the store), take it off the bone.  You can also take the skin off, or you can leave it on for added flavor.  Next, dice the chicken into small pieces, a bit smaller than the tip of your pinky finger, and place it into a bowl or reusable storage container.  The other ingredients you need are:
  • Mayonnaise
  • Relish (I prefer the dill pickle flavor)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Now, grab a spoon and mix together!  Be sure that you taste for salt & pepper levels in case you need to add more.


Since this recipe is so basic & simple, you can add whatever you like!  Here are some ideas:
  • Hard boiled eggs
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Minced jalapeno
  • Celery
My favorite way to eat chicken salad is between two pieces of toasted bread, but the sky is the limit with this simple & delicious recipe!  Enjoy!