chicken salad with roasted eggs

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Roast the Eggs:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Prepare the Eggs: Lightly coat the eggs with olive oil or spray them with cooking spray. Place the eggs in a muffin tin or directly on the oven rack.
  3. Roast: Roast the eggs in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.
  4. Cool and Peel: After roasting, place the eggs in ice water to cool down quickly. Once cooled, peel the eggs and chop them into bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the Chicken Salad:

  1. Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, celery, red onion, and optional additions (if using) to the bowl with the dressing. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  3. Add Roasted Eggs: Gently fold in the chopped roasted eggs and parsley into the salad, being careful not to overmix to keep the eggs in nice pieces.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve the Chicken Salad with Roasted Eggs on a bed of mixed greens, in a sandwich, wrapped in a tortilla, or as a filling for avocado halves.
  • Garnish with additional parsley or dill for a fresh touch.

Tips:

  • Roasting Eggs: Roasting eggs in the shell gives them a subtle, nutty flavor different from boiled eggs. It’s a simple technique that doesn’t require water and adds a unique taste to the salad.
  • Chicken: You can use leftover rotisserie chicken, poached, or grilled chicken for this salad. It’s a great way to repurpose cooked chicken.
  • Dressing: Adjust the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt ratio to your preference. For a lighter version, increase the yogurt and decrease the mayonnaise.
  • Flavor Variations: Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients. Adding sweetness with grapes or apples and crunch with nuts enhances the texture and flavor profile of the salad.

This Chicken Salad with Roasted Eggs is a versatile and flavorful dish that’s perfect for lunches, picnics, or light dinners. Enjoy the combination of flavors and textures that make this salad a delightful meal.

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