Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad Recipe
Introduction
Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad is a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for lunches or light dinners. Filled with tender chicken, crunchy almonds, and sweet grapes, it offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast
- ½ cup chopped celery
- 1 cup red grapes, quartered
- ½ cup slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup heavy cream, cold
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, quartered red grapes, slivered almonds, and finely chopped fresh parsley.
- Step 2: Add the mayonnaise to the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, pour the cold heavy cream and whip with an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form.
- Step 4: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chicken mixture until fully incorporated.
- Step 5: Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Use roasted or poached chicken breast for tender, flavorful meat.
- For extra crunch, toast the slivered almonds lightly before adding.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise for a tangier, lighter salad.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Storage
Store the chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving, give it a gentle stir and consider adding a little extra mayonnaise or cream to restore creaminess if needed.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this chicken salad ahead of time?
Yes, this salad tastes great when made a few hours in advance, allowing the flavors to meld. Just keep it chilled until ready to serve.
What can I serve with Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad?
This salad pairs well with fresh greens, on toasted bread as a sandwich, or alongside crackers for a tasty snack or light meal.
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Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad Recipe
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Salt
Description
Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad is a creamy, flavorful chicken salad made with diced cooked chicken, crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and slivered almonds, all combined with mayonnaise and whipped heavy cream for a light and fluffy texture. This classic salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens.
Ingredients
Chicken Salad
- 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast
- ½ cup chopped celery
- 1 cup red grapes, quartered
- ½ cup slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Dressing
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup heavy cream, cold
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast, ½ cup chopped celery, 1 cup quartered red grapes, ½ cup slivered almonds, and 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley. Mix well to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Add mayonnaise: Stir in ¾ cup mayonnaise until the mixture is thoroughly combined, ensuring the chicken and other ingredients are well coated.
- Whip heavy cream: In a separate bowl, pour ⅓ cup cold heavy cream. Using an electric hand mixer, beat the cream until soft peaks form, which usually takes about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to overbeat.
- Fold whipped cream into chicken mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chicken mixture using a spatula. This adds lightness and fluffiness to the salad without deflating the whipped cream.
- Season: Add ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to the mixture. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary for balance and flavor.
- Chill and serve: For best flavor, refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, on a bed of lettuce, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use cold heavy cream to ensure it whips properly to soft peaks.
- The diced cooked chicken breast can be leftover roasted chicken or poached chicken for tenderness.
- Quartered grapes add a sweet burst and texture; seedless grapes are best.
- Slivered almonds add crunch, but can be toasted lightly for extra flavor if desired.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste after folding in whipped cream, as the cream can mellow the seasoning.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days when stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Neiman Marcus chicken salad, chicken salad recipe, creamy chicken salad, chicken salad with grapes and almonds
