Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

chicken breast

cooked and shredded

1 cup

mayonnaise

2 tbsp

sugar

1 can

peas and carrots

drained

1 box

raisins

snack sized

1 tsp

pepper

1 tbsp

onion salt

1 tbsp

celery salt

1 tbsp

sweet relish

Step 1
~3 min

Boil water in a pot.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook chicken breasts in boiling water until cooked through.

Step 3
~3 min

While chicken cooks, mix mayonnaise, sugar, onion salt, celery salt, sweet relish, and pepper in a large bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Gently fold in raisins.

Step 5
~3 min

Fold in peas and carrots last to prevent smushing.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove cooked chicken from water with tongs.

Step 7
~3 min

Shred the chicken using tongs and a fork.

Step 8
~3 min

Add shredded chicken to the bowl with other ingredients.

Step 9
~3 min

Mix well to combine.

Step 10
~3 min

Chill the chicken salad until ready to serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chopped celery for extra crunch.

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers or bread.

Serve as a sandwich filling.

Serve as a salad topping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Potato salad
Coleslaw
Fresh fruit

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common picnic food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Picnics
Barbecues
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Picnic
Lunch
Summer

Popularity Score

75/100

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