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Fall Southern Chicken Salad

Fall Southern Chicken Salad

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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Author: Damaris

Ingredients

  • 3 lb . chicken breast , or 1 whole chicken-cooked and shredded
  • 2 cups chicken broth , adjust as needed
  • 1 pkg. golden onion dry soup
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 cup celery , chopped very fine
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup toasted walnuts
  • 1 cup red delicious apples , chopped
  • 3/4 cup Dukes mayo or plain greek yogurt

Instructions

  • Cook chicken in broth and onion soup for 30-45 minutes. Adjust liquid as needed.
  • Remove chicken from broth, allow to cool.
  • Debone and shred chicken.
  • In a large covered bowl soak chicken over night in the sugar, olive oil, vinegar, dry mustard, and poppy seeds.
  • Next day mix in the celery, walnuts, apples, cheese, and mayo or yogurt.