Kittencal'S Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Kittencal'S Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large chicken breasts, cooked and finely chopped (or use 4 small breasts preferably poached); 1 stalk celery, finely diced; 2 green onions, chopped; 3/4 - 1 cup dried cranberries (you may chop in half or leave whole) or 3/4-1 cup raisins (you may chop in half or leave whole); 1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved (measure 1/2 cup halved or use 1 small apple, chopped); 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste); Dressing; 3/4 cup salad dressing (use Miracle Whip salad dressing); 2 tablespoons coleslaw dressing (Kraft coleslaw dressing works well); 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1/2 teaspoon paprika (can use up to 3/4 teaspoon); 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

3 large chicken breasts, cooked and finely chopped (or use 4 small breasts preferably poached)
1 stalk celery, finely diced
2 green onions, chopped
3/4 - 1 cup dried cranberries (you may chop in half or leave whole) or 3/4-1 cup raisins (you may chop in half or leave whole)
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved (measure 1/2 cup halved or use 1 small apple, chopped)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
Dressing
3/4 cup salad dressing (use Miracle Whip salad dressing)
2 tablespoons coleslaw dressing (Kraft coleslaw dressing works well)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika (can use up to 3/4 teaspoon)
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1
In a medium bowl toss together chicken with celery, onions and cranberries.
2
In another bowl mix all dressing ingredients until well blended; add to the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
3
Cover and chill for a minumum of 4-24 hours.
4
Just before serving mix in grape halves then season with black pepper.
5
POACHING CHICKEN-------.
6
Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan.
7
Cover with water and 1/2 teaspoon salt (and 1 bay leaf optional) bring to a simmer.
8
Lightly simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes.
9
Remove from heat and let sit in the water for about 10 minutes.
10
Cool and chop.

171

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large chicken breasts, cooked and finely chopped (or use 4 small breasts preferably poached), 1 stalk celery, finely diced, 2 green onions, chopped, 3/4 - 1 cup dried cranberries (you may chop in half or leave whole) or 3/4-1 cup raisins (you may chop in half or leave whole), and more.

Yes, Kittencal'S Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kittencal'S Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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