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Ranch Chicken Salad

A creamy ranch-style chicken salad made with buttermilk, mayonnaise, fresh chives and classic dried herbs—perfect for sandwiches or serving over greens.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup1% buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoonsmayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoonfresh finely chopped chives
  • 1/2 teaspoonkosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoononion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoondried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoondried basil
  • fresh black pepper to taste
  • 2 cupsshredded boneless chicken breast from rotisserie chicken or leftover

Instructions

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine 1/2 cup 1% buttermilk, 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoon fresh finely chopped chives, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, and fresh black pepper (to taste).
  • Whisk the mixture until smooth and the seasonings are evenly distributed.
  • Add 2 cups shredded boneless chicken breast (from rotisserie chicken or leftover) to the bowl.
  • Stir the chicken into the dressing until all the chicken is evenly coated.
  • Taste and adjust fresh black pepper if desired, then cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Refrigerator