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Rotisserie Chicken Salad

A flavorful and comforting salad made with rotisserie chicken, creamy dressing, and crunchy apples, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Brunch, Lunch, Picnics
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 4.5 tablespoons sour cream
  • 4.5 tablespoons light mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smooth Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional but recommended)
For the Salad
  • 1 each apple (diced, Fuji, Gala, Honey Crisp, or Granny Smith)
  • 1 large rib celery (diced)
  • 3 tablespoons minced red onion
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken white and/or dark meat
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
  • to taste croissants, sandwich bread, or crackers (for serving) For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, light mayonnaise, salt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and dried tarragon until everything is well combined.
  2. Add the diced apples, diced celery, minced red onion, and shredded rotisserie chicken to the dressing. If using cheddar cheese, fold it in gently.
  3. Mix everything carefully until combined, ensuring the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken salad on croissants, sandwich bread, or with your favorite crackers.
  2. For a picnic-ready dish, pack it into a container with some crunchy accompaniments.

Notes

Feel free to use leftover roast chicken or grilled chicken. Mix in additional crunchy vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra texture. Experiment with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for added freshness.