Can I freeze chicken salad?

u003cstrongu003eI do not recommend freezing chicken saladu003c/strongu003e or most any food made with mayonnaise, as it can separate when frozen. As an alternative, you could freeze just your shredded chicken then assemble the salad after thawing. The recipe mixes up very fast!

How long does it last/how can I store it?

Chicken Salad will last 3-4 days when u003cstrongu003estored in an airtight containeru003c/strongu003e in the refrigerator. Never leave the salad out of the fridge for more than 90 minutes at a time for food safety reasons.

Grape and Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwich

Description

This delicious Chicken Salad with chicken, mayonnaise, grapes, and pecans can be assembled in just minutes and chilled ahead of time for a delicious summer lunch or picnic!

Ingredients

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2 cups shredded chicken (about two cooked chicken breasts)
2/3 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon original Mrs. Dash seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
pinch of salt
1 cup quartered black or red grapes
1/3 cup pecan chips (in baking aisle)

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Instructions

In a medium bowl combine chicken, mayonnaise, and seasonings.
Add grapes and pecans.
Chill for at least 1-2 hours before serving for ideal flavor.

Notes

Experiment with switching out the grapes for raisins, chopped apple, or even blueberries.
The pecans can be substituted with other nuts such as cashews, walnuts, or almonds.
Use canned chicken or rotisserie chicken if you do not have time to cook and shred the chicken yourself.

Keywords: chicken salad