Nanny'S Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Nanny'S Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 best-quality chicken breasts (if boneless/skinless, this is about 1.4 - 1.5 pounds); 1 cup good quality chicken broth; 3/4 cup water; 1/2 cup celery, cut in a large dice; 1/2 cup red grapes, halved; 3/4 cup pecan halves, lightly toasted and then chopped; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 3/4 teaspoon salt + more for seasoning chicken; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

3 best-quality chicken breasts (if boneless/skinless, this is about 1.4 - 1.5 pounds)
1 cup good quality chicken broth
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup celery, cut in a large dice
1/2 cup red grapes, halved
3/4 cup pecan halves, lightly toasted and then chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon salt + more for seasoning chicken
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1
["Season the chicken breasts with salt.
2
In a saucepan or skillet for which you have the lid, place them in a single layer and then pour in the broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to an active simmer, cover and poach until just cooked through, 15-20 minutes depending on size.
3
When done, remove the chicken from the poaching liquid (when you can then discard), and let cool.", "In the meantime, prepare your celery, grapes and pecans. Set aside.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, 3/4 tsp salt, cinnamon and lemon juice.", "When the chicken is cool enough to handle, cut into 1/2"" cubes and put into a large mixing bowl. Add the celery, grapes, pecans and mayo dressing, and toss gently until everything is well-combined.
5
Cover and chill for at least an hour. Re-season with salt, lemon juice and/or cinnamon to your liking.
6
This is great along, served with summer tomatoes, turned into a sandwich, etc."]

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 best-quality chicken breasts (if boneless/skinless, this is about 1.4 - 1.5 pounds), 1 cup good quality chicken broth, 3/4 cup water, 1/2 cup celery, cut in a large dice, and more.

Yes, Nanny'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.

Nanny'S Chicken Salad

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