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Chicken Salad Chick Copycat Recipe (Classic Carol Style)

Recreate the famous Classic Carol chicken salad at home with this easy copycat recipe. Made with tender chicken, creamy mayonnaise, and simple seasonings, it's perfect for sandwiches, crackers, lettuce wraps, or meal prep. This beginner-friendly recipe delivers the same fresh, creamy flavor you love in just minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups shredded chicken about 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube for poaching
  • 1/2 cup Duke’s mayonnaise a good substitute works, but Duke’s gets you closest
  • 1 rib celery very finely minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot (for poaching the chicken)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Two forks (or a stand mixer for shredding)
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Rubber spatula or large spoon
  • Airtight container (for chilling and storing)