Sour Cream Tarragon Chicken Salad Recipe

Craving a creamy, dreamy chicken salad? This recipe delivers! Sweet tarragon and a luscious sour cream & mayonnaise dressing create the most delectable chicken salad you'll ever taste. Simple to make, yet bursting with flavor, it's perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or a delightful appetizer. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 369.5 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
Sour Cream Tarragon Chicken Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sour Cream Tarragon Chicken Salad

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How to Make Sour Cream Tarragon Chicken Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup mayonnaise. Mix well.
  2. Add 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon (or 2 teaspoons dried), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Gently stir to combine.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. This step enhances the taste significantly!
  4. Serve chilled on bread, crackers, lettuce cups, or enjoy it as a standalone dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

40g

Carbs

3g