Margaret'S Chicken Salad

Prep: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A creamy chicken salad loaded with crunchy celery, toasted pecans, and smoky bacon, perfect for a light lunch or picnic, blending savory flavors with a tangy dressing.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups diced cooked chicken
  • 2 cups diced celery
  • 1 (4 1/2 oz.) jar mushrooms, drained
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans
  • 4 slices crisp bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine diced cooked chicken, diced celery, drained mushrooms, toasted pecans, and crumbled bacon in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss lightly to coat evenly.
  4. Chill thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

533 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.8g 32% DV
Total Fat 49.1g 63% DV
Carbs 11.5g 4% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 3g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10549.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 505mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 40.5mg 14% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 26mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 2.3mg 3% DV
Vitamin D 6.6mcg 33% DV
Calcium 76mg 6% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV
Diet fit Keto-friendly
Contains Milk Egg Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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