LEMON TARRAGON CHICKEN SALAD

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This is my favorite chicken salad. It is quick to prepare and although it contains mayonnaise it has a light, refreshing flavor. I am always asked for the recipe when I serve it. Enjoy!

Provided by MamaJ

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of water to boil.
  • Add breasts, reduce heat to med/low, cover and simmer until chicken is just cooked through (about 12 minutes).
  • Cool.
  • Mix celery, mayonnaise, onion, tarragon (start with 1 T. and increase as taste dictates), lemon juice, and zest.
  • Cut chicken into 1/2 inch cubes and add to mayonnaise mixture.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.1, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 89.9, Sodium 317.4, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 33.5

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