How to Make Filipino Chicken Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Filipino cuisine is known for its bold flavors and vibrant dishes, and one standout recipe that exemplifies this is Filipino Chicken Salad. This dish is a unique blend of flavors and textures, combining succulent poached chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing. It's a popular dish in the Philippines, often served at family gatherings, potlucks, and special occasions.

At its core, Filipino Chicken Salad is a simple and humble dish, but it's the combination of fresh ingr...

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Ingredients

  • 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast
  • ⅔ cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 apple, cored and diced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 2 (1.5 ounce) boxes raisins
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Bring a pot of water to a simmer over low heat. Add the chicken breast to the water and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the water and allow to cool before shredding the meat into a large bowl.
  • While the chicken cooks, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni at a boil until cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cool water to halt the cooking process until the pasta is cool to the touch. Add to the bowl with the chicken.
  • Stir the pineapple, apple, celery, carrot, and raisins to the bowl; toss to combine. Add the mayonnaise, sugar, and seasoned salt; gently stir the mixture until evenly coated. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    225 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 196mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 182mg