Carolina Chicken Salad

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup red grapes (halved)
  • 2 celery stalks (chopped)
  • ΒΌ cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • Β½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • Β½ cup pecans (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt & black pepper

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients

πŸ”ͺ Chop grapes, celery, onion, and pecans.
πŸ— Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.

2️⃣ Make Dressing

πŸ₯£ In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

3️⃣ Combine Everything

✨ Add chicken, grapes, celery, onion, and pecans into the bowl.
πŸ₯„ Toss well until everything is coated evenly.

4️⃣ Chill

❄️ Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes for the best flavor.

5️⃣ Serve

πŸ₯— Serve cold with crackers, croissants, lettuce wraps, or sandwiches.


❓Q/A

Q: Can I make it ahead?
βœ… Yes, it tastes even better after chilling.

Q: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
βœ… Absolutely, it works perfectly.


πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Toast pecans for extra crunch 🌰
  • Add extra grapes for sweetness πŸ‡
  • Keep chilled before serving for fresh flavor ❄️

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