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Mandarin Chicken Salad

A delightful and easy salad featuring shredded chicken, sweet mandarin oranges, and a creamy dressing, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 cups leftover rotisserie chicken, shredded Use any cooked chicken if rotisserie is not available.
  • 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained Fresh or canned mandarin oranges can be used.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Use gluten-free mayonnaise if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Add according to your preference.

For Serving

  • Lettuce leaves for serving Any variety of lettuce works.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, mandarin oranges, red onion, and celery.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Serve the chicken salad on lettuce leaves.

Notes

Chill the salad before serving for a refreshing treat. For variation, add sliced almonds, crispy bacon bits, or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
Keyword Easy Salad, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Mandarin Chicken Salad, Quick Dinner, Rotisserie Chicken
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