Chicken Mayonnaise Salad

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Chicken mayonnaise salad is a classic dish in gastronomy, a simple recipe to prepare that also allows for modifications and the addition of various ingredients. Today’s recipe is for a traditional chicken mayonnaise salad that is very easy to make, flavorful, and perfect to serve as an appetizer at a special dinner or as a main dish for lunch. This type of chicken mayonnaise salad is also excellent for stuffing tomatoes, garnished with a dollop...

Chicken Mayonnaise Salad recipe

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Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
45min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion of salad)
  • boiled chicken breasts
    boiled chicken breasts
    2lb
  • boiled potatoes
    boiled potatoes
    5lb
  • peeled and boiled carrots
    peeled and boiled carrots
    3lb
  • canned peas
    canned peas
    100g
  • mustard
    mustard
    1tsp
  • mayonnaise
    mayonnaise
    250g
  • unit pitted green olives
    unit pitted green olives
    10
  • unit hard-boiled eggs, chopped
    unit hard-boiled eggs, chopped
    4
  • salt
    salt
  • white pepper
    white pepper

How to make Chicken Mayonnaise Salad

  1. Step 1

    Cut the boiled chicken breasts, potatoes, and carrots into small cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Place the chopped ingredients in a bowl and add the peas, olives, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Mix everything well.

  3. Step 3

    Season the salad with salt and white pepper, then add the mustard and mayonnaise, mixing them together beforehand.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

571.7kcal (28.58%)

Protein

53.3g (100%)

Carbs

46.7g (16.97%)

Sugars

3.3g (6.66%)

Healthy Fat

10.1g

Unhealthy Fat

5.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can add chopped canned bell peppers and finely chopped lettuce for extra flavor and texture.

  2. Serve the salad garnished with lettuce leaves for a fresh presentation.

  3. This salad is perfect for stuffing tomatoes and garnishing with a dollop of mayonnaise or cream cheese and a black olive on top.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other vegetables in this salad?

    Yes, you can add chopped canned bell peppers or finely chopped lettuce for extra flavor and texture.

  2. How can I serve this salad creatively?

    You can stuff tomatoes with the salad and garnish them with mayonnaise or cream cheese and a black olive on top.

  3. Can I make this salad ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the salad a few hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

  4. What can I use instead of mayonnaise?

    You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or sour cream for a lighter version.

  5. Is this salad suitable for festive occasions?

    Absolutely! This salad is ideal for serving at Christmas or New Year’s celebrations.

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