Million Dollar Chicken Salad

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A rich and creamy chicken salad with a simple twist that makes it taste like a million bucks.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dinner, lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: million dollar chicken salad recipe

Servings: servings

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast or shredded
1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
¾ cup chopped celery
¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon 8 slices
¼ cup diced green onions
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast, ¾ cup chopped celery, ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ½ cup slivered almonds, ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon, and ¼ cup diced green onions to a large bowl.
Add 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise and stir well to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve on fresh croissants, on a bed of lettuce, or with crackers!

Notes

Make Ahead and Leftover Instructions

Make-Ahead: Prepare it, cover it tightly, and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy! Before serving, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of mayonnaise to add moisture if the salad needs a refresh!
Fridge: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing this recipe!

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