Aces Gala Chicken Salad Recipes

ACE'S GALA CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Put the chicken in a large bowl.
• Dice the apple into small pieces (the smaller the better).
• Dice the celery just as small and add the apples celery and almonds to the chicken.
• Mix in the salt and pepper and lemon juice.
• Add the mayo with a large spoon and mix until the chicken is evenly covered.
• I know this is hard to do -- but cover and leave overnight. The flavors will mix well together in the fridge.
• You can eat it the day it's made, it just might have a little strong lemon taste -- that mixes overnight and blends well.
• You can always add cranberries or rasins if you want, but I like it just as is.
• Enjoy!

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
• Season chicken evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and onion powder. Place in the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
• Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear and chicken shreds easily, about 1 hour 20 minutes; don't overcook. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
• Remove from the oven, uncover, and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Reserve any accumulated chicken broth.
• Prepare dressing while chicken cools. Combine 1 cup mayonnaise, sour cream, relish, green onions, parsley, Dijon, lemon juice, dill, and remaining salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix until well combined.
• Break chicken into large pieces and place in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 3 to 5 times to shred chicken to desired consistency.
• Transfer chicken to a bowl. Add celery and pour dressing over top; toss to coat. If more moisture is desired, add reserved broth or more mayonnaise.
• Cover and chill for at least 2 hours (or up to 2 days) before serving. Stir well before serving.

CLASSIC CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Cover 4 plates with lettuce.
• Top with all remaining ingredients except dressing.
• Drizzle with dressing just before serving.