Copycat Chicken Salad Chick Classic Carol Recipe
Description
If you love Chicken Salad Chick, you know that Classic Carol is the one that started it all — a simple, creamy, perfectly seasoned chicken salad that serves as the foundation for almost every flavor on the menu. This copycat Chicken Salad Chick Classic Carol recipe is so close to the original that you'll be shocked it came from your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- 3/4 cup Duke's Mayonnaise, full-fat
- 1 large celery rib, very finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken tenderloins in a large pot and cover with cold water or low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 8–10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from liquid and spread on a plate or cutting board. Allow to cool to room temperature (about 15 minutes) before proceeding.
- Place cooled chicken in a deep bowl. Use a hand mixer on medium speed for 20–30 seconds until chicken is finely and evenly shredded. Do not over-mix.
- Pulse celery in a food processor 5–6 times, or mince very finely with a knife. Pieces should be no larger than 1/8 inch.
- Add Duke's mayo, minced celery, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the shredded chicken. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- For best results, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve on croissants, bread, or with crackers.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon
Notes
Notes
- Duke's Mayonnaise is strongly recommended — it's what the restaurant uses and provides the most authentic flavor.
- Chicken tenderloins produce the most authentic texture. Rotisserie chicken is an acceptable shortcut.
- Stores in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze — mayo-based salads break when frozen and thawed.
- Poach in chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor depth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 545mgPotassium: 438mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 66IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg