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Peach Basil Chicken Salad

Peach Basil Chicken Salad: A Summer Delight You’ll Adore

Peach Basil Chicken Salad is a refreshing summer dish that combines sweet peaches, tender chicken, and herbs for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Peaches fresh, diced
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded
  • 1 cup Celery finely chopped
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper finely chopped
  • 2 stalks Green Onion finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Basil fresh, chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, and basil. Whisk for about 1–2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop celery, red bell pepper, and green onions. Dice fresh peaches into cubes.
  3. Pour the prepared dressing over chicken and chopped ingredients in the bowl. Gently fold the mixture until well-coated.
  4. Transfer salad mixture into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 4 to 8 hours.
  5. To serve, scoop onto a croissant or over greens, decorating with basil leaves or peach slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill overnight for best flavor integration. Always use cooked chicken for safety.

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