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

Looking for a delicious and refreshing meal that's perfect for a picnic or a light lunch? Look no further than this Tarragon Chicken Salad recipe! Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this salad is a great way to enjoy the classic combination of chicken and tarragon.

What makes this recipe so special is the use of tarragon, a fragrant herb with hints of anise and citrus. Tarragon is a popular herb in French cuisine, known for its unique flavor that pairs perfectly with poultry. I...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
  • 1 ½ cups chopped celery
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
  • ½ cup plain low-fat yogurt
  • ¼ cup reduced fat sour cream
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, chives or green onions, yogurt, sour cream or mayonnaise, and tarragon; mix lightly. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Place nuts in a dry skillet. Toast over medium heat, turning frequently, until nuts are fragrant and lightly browned. Add almonds to chicken salad, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    154 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 79mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 337mg