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Olivia’s Old South Chicken Salad

Olivia’s Old South Chicken Salad: A Southern Comfort Delight

Olivia’s Old South Chicken Salad is a delightful journey back to Southern flavors, perfect for gatherings and quick meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 3 cups finely shredded chicken cooked
  • 1 cup Duke’s mayonnaise or other mayonnaise
  • 1 cup diced celery or cucumber as a substitute
  • 1 cup diced apples Fuji recommended, pears can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup halved grapes or dried cranberries
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts as a substitute
  • 4 slices bacon cooked
  • 1 tablespoon dry Ranch seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • stand mixer or hand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Finely shred the cooked chicken and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine Duke’s mayonnaise, dry Ranch mix, garlic powder, and onion powder; stir until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the celery, apples, grapes, and pecans into the mayonnaise mixture until well coated.
  4. Add the shredded chicken to the mayonnaise mixture and fold gently to combine.
  5. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasonings to personal preference before mixing with chicken.

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