Updated Classic Chicken Salad

Name: Updated Classic Chicken Salad
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 c. mayonnaise; 1 small dill pickle, chopped (1/2 cup), plus 2 tablespoons pickle brine; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 stalks celery, sliced; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh dill; 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast; poached

Fresh dill brings a delicious spin on the classic.

By Country Living Test KitchenPublished: Jan 22, 2020

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BRIAN WOODCOCK

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

30 mins

Fresh dill gives this classic a twist. Enjoy in a sandwich with crispy romaine leaves.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 small dill pickle, chopped (1/2 cup), plus 2 tablespoons pickle brine
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 stalks celery, sliced
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast; poached

Directions

For poached chicken:
1. Step 1Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water; bring to boil. Add 1 tsp. kosher salt and chicken breasts. Reduce heat and simmer until cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate; cool completely. Shred or chop into pieces.
For salad:
1. Step 1Whisk together mayonnaise and pickle brine in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add pickles, celery, parsley, dill, and chicken; toss to combine.