Description
This Million Dollar Chicken Salad lives up to its name — rich, creamy, and absolutely irresistible! Made with tender shredded chicken, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, crunchy almonds, and a touch of sweetness from grapes or relish, it’s the kind of elevated comfort food you’ll want to make on repeat. Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or crackers, this flavorful salad is great for meal prep, potlucks, or an easy lunch at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped crispy bacon
- 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons sweet relish or chopped red grapes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions or chives for garnish
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
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Add the shredded chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, almonds, celery, and relish (or grapes). Gently fold everything together until well combined.
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to firm up.
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Serve in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, on croissants, or with crackers for a delicious snack or lunch.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut for this recipe — flavorful and super convenient.
- You can substitute plain Greek yogurt for some or all of the sour cream if you’d like a lighter version.
- Toast the almonds before adding for extra crunch and flavor.
- The relish adds a subtle sweetness, but red grapes make a great swap for a fruitier touch.
- This salad will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 day
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook