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Apricot Basil Chicken Salad

Apricot Basil Chicken Salad: A Creamy Delight You’ll Love

This Apricot Basil Chicken Salad combines rotisserie chicken, fresh basil, and dried apricots into a creamy, satisfying dish that's perfect for a quick lunch or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breasts
  • ½ cup mayonnaise opt for avocado oil-based
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt Fage is a great choice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard for a hint of tanginess
  • ½ cup diced dried apricots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • ½ cup fresh basil chopped
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding your rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces using your hands or two forks. Place the shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Next, dice the dried apricots into small pieces and chop the celery and fresh basil. Add these vibrant ingredients to the mixing bowl with the chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken mixture in the large bowl. Using a spatula or spoon, gently fold the ingredients together.
  5. Sprinkle in the slivered almonds along with salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently once more until everything is evenly distributed.
  6. Serve the salad immediately on a bed of greens or in whole grain wraps, or cover and refrigerate it for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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