Fennel Chicken Salad
This Fennel Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the crunch of fennel and apple with the creaminess of mayonnaise and yogurt. It's perfect for a light lunch or as an appetizer, served with crisp lettuce wraps or your favorite crackers. The combination of shredded chicken, dates, and roasted pumpkin seeds offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients:
🐔 4 cups shredded chicken breast
🥚 ½ cup mayonnaise
🌿 1 fennel
🍏 1 green apple
🥄 1/3 cup plain yogurt
🧅 1 shallot
🌴 15 dates
🍋 1 tbsp lemon zest
🎃 ½ cup roasted pumpkin seeds
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
Begin by boiling the chicken breasts with salt, garlic, and chicken bouillon. Once cooked, allow them to cool, then shred the chicken into small pieces. - Chop the Vegetables and Dates:
Dice the fennel and green apple into bite-sized pieces. Use the whole fennel, separating the leaves from the stems, and chopping the leaves finely. Finely chop the shallot and dates. - Compile the Salad:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped fennel, apple, shallot, and dates. - Mix the Dressing:
Add the mayonnaise and plain yogurt to the mixture in the bowl. Gently stir until all ingredients are well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Finalize and Chill:
Mix in the lemon zest and roasted pumpkin seeds. Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour. - Serve:
Enjoy your salad wrapped in lettuce leaves or paired with your choice of crackers.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes (for boiling the chicken)
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment:
- Large pot for boiling chicken
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Cooking Tips:
- For additional flavor, you can toast the fennel seeds before using them in the salad.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding or reducing the number of dates according to your taste.
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