CREAMY TARRAGON CHICKEN SALAD

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Categories     Chicken     Lunch     Healthy

Yield 8 1 cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

•2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed
•1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
•1/3 cup walnuts, chopped
•2/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
•1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
•1 tablespoon dried tarragon
•1/2 teaspoon salt
•1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
•1 1/2 cups diced celery
•1 1/2 cups halved red seedless grapes

Steps:

  • Preparation 1.Preheat oven to 450°F. 2.Arrange chicken in a glass baking dish large enough to hold it in a single layer. Pour broth around the chicken. Bake the chicken until no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast registers 170°F, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board until cool enough to handle, then cut into cubes. (Discard broth or save for another use.) 3.Meanwhile, spread walnuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until lightly golden and fragrant, about 6 minutes. Let cool. 4.Stir sour cream, mayonnaise, tarragon, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add celery, grapes, the chicken and walnuts; stir to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour. Nutrition Per serving : 219 Calories; 9 g Fat; 3 g Sat; 2 g Mono; 71 mg Cholesterol; 10 g Carbohydrates; 25 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 372 mg Sodium; 354 mg Potassium 1/2 Carbohydrate Serving Exchanges: 1/2 fruit, 3 very lean meat, 2 fat Tips & Notes •Make Ahead Tip: Bake the chicken (Steps 1-2) and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Cover and refrigerate the salad for up to 1 day; add the nuts just before serving.

Ruth Klemm
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I've tried many chicken salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The tarragon gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


MD SHAGGAD ELETONIC
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I'm always looking for new chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's delicious and easy to make.


Nwodo Oluchi
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This was a great recipe! I used rotisserie chicken to save time, and it turned out perfectly.


Maria Lightning Miranda-Herrera
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I made this recipe for a picnic and it was a big hit. The chicken salad was light and refreshing, and the tarragon added a nice pop of flavor.


Lulu Castri
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I'm not a huge fan of tarragon, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The flavors all came together perfectly.


John Izuagbaobi
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.


RK Shamim
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a winner.


Ahsan Baba
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This chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone raved about it!


Brandon White
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I loved this recipe! The chicken was moist and tender, and the dressing was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy.


Taniya Kaweesh
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This is my new go-to chicken salad recipe. It's so flavorful and creamy, and the tarragon adds a unique touch.