A Delightful Chicken Salad Recipe for the Holidays
As the festive season approaches, everyone is on the lookout for delicious and easy recipes to impress their family and friends. Today, we share a delightful and simple chicken salad recipe, perfect for your year-end celebrations. Let's dive into how to make this Salpicão de Frango, a Brazilian chicken salad that you’re sure to love!
Ingredients and Preparation
To kick off this cooking adventure, gather your ingredients and prepare to enjoy a quick and tasty dish. You will need:
Olive oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic
500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
Black pepper, Bahian seasoning, and salt (to taste)
1 jar of cream cheese (this gives the salad its creamy texture)
Chopped ham (optional, to taste)
Mozzarella cheese (optional, to taste)
100g potato sticks for garnish
Let's start the cooking process. Begin by heating a large frying pan over medium heat and adding a bit of olive oil. Once warmed, add the chopped onion and let it sauté until it's translucent.
Next, toss in the minced garlic cloves, allowing them to fry lightly. Once the fragrance fills your kitchen, it's time to introduce the star of this dish: the cooked and shredded chicken breast. Season the mixture with black pepper, Bahian seasoning, and salt to your liking. Once fully mixed and heated, remove from heat and let it cool briefly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with grated carrots, the can of drained corn and peas, and the chopped olives. If you enjoy a touch of sweetness, toss in some raisins – but feel free to omit them if they're not your thing.
The next step is crucial for achieving the salad's rich creaminess. Mix in five tablespoons of mayonnaise, followed by the jar of cream cheese. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly coated. For those who want an extra layer of flavor, add in chopped ham and mozzarella cheese—though it can easily be omitted based on personal preference.
Transfer your beautiful mixture to a serving dish. The vibrant colors and textures make this salad visually appealing and enticing. To finish off this festive dish, garnish it with the potato sticks, adding a delightful crunch on top. A 100g packet works perfectly for this recipe, providing just the right amount for garnish without leftovers.
The Result
And there you have it! A wonderful and easy-to-make Salpicão de Frango. As you scoop out a portion, you can admire the creamy consistency and vibrant appearance of the salad. This dish is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering, as it's packed with flavors and textures that everyone will enjoy.
We hope you’ll give this recipe a try for your next festive occasion. Don’t forget to leave a comment if you enjoyed this recipe, and happy cooking! Cheers to delicious meals and joyful celebrations as we wrap up another year!
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A Delightful Chicken Salad Recipe for the Holidays
As the festive season approaches, everyone is on the lookout for delicious and easy recipes to impress their family and friends. Today, we share a delightful and simple chicken salad recipe, perfect for your year-end celebrations. Let's dive into how to make this Salpicão de Frango, a Brazilian chicken salad that you’re sure to love!
Ingredients and Preparation
To kick off this cooking adventure, gather your ingredients and prepare to enjoy a quick and tasty dish. You will need:
Olive oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic
500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
Black pepper, Bahian seasoning, and salt (to taste)
2 grated carrots
1 can of drained corn and peas
Pitted olives, chopped
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Raisins (optional)
5 tablespoons of mayonnaise
1 jar of cream cheese (this gives the salad its creamy texture)
Chopped ham (optional, to taste)
Mozzarella cheese (optional, to taste)
100g potato sticks for garnish
Let's start the cooking process. Begin by heating a large frying pan over medium heat and adding a bit of olive oil. Once warmed, add the chopped onion and let it sauté until it's translucent.
Next, toss in the minced garlic cloves, allowing them to fry lightly. Once the fragrance fills your kitchen, it's time to introduce the star of this dish: the cooked and shredded chicken breast. Season the mixture with black pepper, Bahian seasoning, and salt to your liking. Once fully mixed and heated, remove from heat and let it cool briefly.
Mixing the Ingredients
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with grated carrots, the can of drained corn and peas, and the chopped olives. If you enjoy a touch of sweetness, toss in some raisins – but feel free to omit them if they're not your thing.
The next step is crucial for achieving the salad's rich creaminess. Mix in five tablespoons of mayonnaise, followed by the jar of cream cheese. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly coated. For those who want an extra layer of flavor, add in chopped ham and mozzarella cheese—though it can easily be omitted based on personal preference.
Final Touches
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Transfer your beautiful mixture to a serving dish. The vibrant colors and textures make this salad visually appealing and enticing. To finish off this festive dish, garnish it with the potato sticks, adding a delightful crunch on top. A 100g packet works perfectly for this recipe, providing just the right amount for garnish without leftovers.
The Result
And there you have it! A wonderful and easy-to-make Salpicão de Frango. As you scoop out a portion, you can admire the creamy consistency and vibrant appearance of the salad. This dish is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering, as it's packed with flavors and textures that everyone will enjoy.
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We hope you’ll give this recipe a try for your next festive occasion. Don’t forget to leave a comment if you enjoyed this recipe, and happy cooking! Cheers to delicious meals and joyful celebrations as we wrap up another year!