Saturday, April 30, 2011

WEEKEND BONUS RECIPE - ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD

Years ago, there was a fabulous Chinese restaurant in Central Florida called "Sampan". Their steaks were are great as the Chinese food. They made an almond chicken salad that was to die for! You can imagine my shock when a co-worker (Nancy P.) brought in her homemade chicken salad that tasted like it came from Sampan. I was even more surprised to find out that canned chicken was used. Well, don't you know that I got that recipe from Nancy! I always make a double batch. It is great on bread and crackers, but I personally LOVE to eat it on a croissant.

The recipe below is for a single batch of chicken salad. Recipe can easily be doubled.


HER WAY: ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD


1 can (5 oz) white chicken breast
1/2 cup mayonnaise (no Miracle Whip)
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup finely diced celery
salt & pepper, to taste

Drain and rinse the chicken. Break down into very small pieces. Mix all the ingredients together. Chill.
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11 comments:

  1. MontanagirlApril 30, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I believe I'll try this recipe. Why? Because I like chicken, and it's easy. I'm all about easy.

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  2. Lori April 30, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Please let me know how you like it.

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  3. AnonymousApril 30, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Sounds good to me. Thanks for the recipe :-)

    Take care and have a great weekend

    ~Ron

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  4. Signing OutApril 30, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Sounds yummy! My friend's husband used to be a chef. He makes something similar to this but throws in some white grapes. It tastes fabulous!

    Jane

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  5. Lori April 30, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Jane. . .white grapes would be a wonderful addition to it.

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  6. JessicaMay 1, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    I've used white grapes orcranberries mmmmm I'm hungry now!

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  7. Icy BCMay 1, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    I like simple recipe, and this one is to my liking.

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  8. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartMay 1, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Hi Lori (and Peter)

    How I LOVE the idea of this blog! Friendly competition and great dishes to be shared. I am not from Florida but I am an east coast girl... wonder if I will have a preference? :)

    Looking forward to visiting often!
    Kindly, Lorraine

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  9. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Mmmmm need to try this - definitely adding grapes.

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  10. KristenMay 4, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I love an easy chicken salad. This one sounds super.

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  11. d e l i g h tMay 7, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    This recipe sounds awesome! I just found your blog and love the idea of a brother and sister working together on a blog. I'm excited to try either "his" or "her" recipes! I am a new follower and invite you to visit my blog.
    Linda

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