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Creamy chicken salad on a toasted croissant with herbs and nuts

Copycat Chick-fil-A Chicken Salad with Homey Herb Flavor

This bold and indulgent copycat Chick-fil-A chicken salad recipe brings homey herb flavor to easy lunches. Creamy, crunchy, and packed with tender chicken, it's a practical make-ahead meal you'll crave.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced (from 2 large breasts or 1 rotisserie chicken)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery about 2 stalks
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/3 cup toasted pecans or slivered almonds chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Method
 

  1. If using raw chicken, poach it: place chicken breasts in a pot, cover with water, add a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 12-15 minutes until cooked through. Let cool, then shred or dice.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
  3. Add the chicken, celery, red onion, toasted nuts, parsley, and dill. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated. If using, stir in smoked paprika.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Start with 1/2 teaspoon salt and adjust as needed.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold on croissants, bread, lettuce wraps, or with crackers.