Description
Chicken Salad Chick Broccoli Salad is a delightful blend of fresh broccoli, tender chicken, and creamy dressing that creates a flavor experience you won’t forget. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches, this colorful dish brings joy to any gathering. Each crunchy bite, complemented by sweet-tart cranberries and rich cheddar cheese, ensures your guests will be asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (toasted)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Steam for 3-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Quickly cool in an ice bath.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: If not using rotisserie chicken, grill or boil chicken breast until cooked through (165°F). Cool before shredding or cubing.
- 3. Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 4. Toss Everything Together: Add broccoli, chicken, cheese, cranberries, and sunflower seeds to the dressing. Gently fold until evenly coated.
- 5. Chill Before Serving: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg