NICOLE'S TAILGATE PARTY CHICKEN SALAD

Nicole's Tailgate Party Chicken Salad image

I am asked for this recipe every time I make it! A sure hit for summer picnics, wedding luncheons, anytime! Easy to make and tastes great. Serve plain or on croissants.

Provided by Nicole M.

Categories Salad

Time 8h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked chicken meat
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups sliced almonds
2 cups small seasoned croutons
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
4 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
2 cups creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss together the chicken, celery, almonds, croutons, Cheddar cheese and eggs. Mix in salad dressing until the ingredients are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 167.8 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 789 mg, Sugar 9.8 g