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PARMESAN AND BASIL CHICKEN SALAD



Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad image

A creamy, yummy chicken salad that is a little different from the usual recipes.

Provided by Janet Schaufele

Categories     Salad

Time 1h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped fresh basil
2 cloves crushed garlic
3 stalks celery, chopped
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 35 minutes, or until juices run clear. Let cool, and chop into chunks.
  • In a food processor, puree the mayonnaise, basil, garlic, and celery.
  • Combine the chunked chicken, pureed mixture, and Parmesan cheese; toss. Refrigerate, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 101.1 mg, Fat 49.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 617.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

BASIL CHICKEN SALAD



Basil Chicken Salad image

This recipe comes from the 3 Fat Chicks website. I've made it several times already, and it's always been a bit hit with my family and guests. It's wonderful to serve on a hot summer's evening on the patio.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Chicken

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil
6 cups shredded fresh spinach
1 1/2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients and stir well.
  • Combine chicken, celery, green onions and basil in a medium bowl.
  • Add the mayonnaise mixture and toss gently.
  • Place 1 cup spinach on each of 6 salad plates.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly over each plate.
  • Sprinkle with pine nuts.

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