uncle wiley's chicken salad
My Uncle Wiley lives in Winter Haven, Florida. We try to visit him a couple of times a year. I love to cook, so I cook while I am there, unless we are going to some of the great restaurants in the area. But he makes the best chicken salad I have ever eaten. I brought this recipe home. My family and friends absolutely love it, so I thought that I would share it with you.
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Sweet and savory, the flavors in this chicken salad recipe are perfectly balanced. Raisins and Craisins add a chewy texture and pops of flavor, while the grapes are sweet. Chopped pecans add nuttiness and a nice crunch. A combination of mayonnaise and sour cream is a creamy, mild dressing that lets the ingredients shine. We loved this served with buttery crackers, but it would make a delicious sandwich, too. It's a fancier chicken salad to have all summer for a light meal. The recipe makes a lot, so come hungry! Check out more of our delicious chicken recipes!
Ingredients
- 4 cups poached chicken, diced
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup Craisins
- 1 1/2 cups green grapes, cut in fourths
- 1 cup golen raisins
- 4 ounces sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- salt and black pepper, to taste
How To Make uncle wiley's chicken salad
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Step 1Poach chicken (boneless, skinless) breast for about 15 minutes. -
Step 2I often cook my chicken the day before and store it in a Ziploc bag in the fridge.
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Step 3When ready to make the salad, dice the chicken.
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Step 4In a large mixing bowl, add the diced chicken, celery, pecans, Craisins, raisins, and grapes. Toss well.
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Step 5Add the mayo and sour cream; gently mix.
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Step 6Salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 7I serve it with crackers, or it makes a great sandwich with lettuce and tomatoes.
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