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Chicken Salad with Fruits and Mayonnaise

A refreshing and creamy chicken salad featuring tender shredded chicken, sweet fruits, and a smooth mayonnaise dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • 1 cup diced fruits (like apples, grapes, and pineapple) Feel free to mix seasonal fruits.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Adjust to your desired creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) Add for extra crunch.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves (for serving) Use fresh leaves as a bed for the salad.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Chicken: If you’re starting with raw chicken, boil or grill it until fully cooked. Shred it with forks and set aside.
  2. Chop the Fruits and Vegetables: Dice your chosen fruits into bite-sized pieces and chop the celery.
  3. Mix the Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced fruits, chopped celery, and any nuts if you’re adding them for an extra crunch.
  4. Add the Mayonnaise: Generously mix in the mayonnaise until every component is well coated.
  5. Season It Up: Sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Taste and adjust according to your preference.
  6. Serve: Spoon the luscious chicken salad over a bed of fresh lettuce leaves and enjoy!

Notes

For the best flavors, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.