Fancy Florida Chicken Salad
Description
This delightful Fancy Florida Chicken Salad, adapted from the cherished “Heart of the Palms” cookbook, brings together the vibrant flavors of Florida, making it an ideal choice for spring and summer brunches. While the prep time is just 15 minutes, remember to allow several hours for chilling the salad, and consider preparing the dressing a day in advance for a more robust flavor.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bacon | 1/2 cup |
| Hearts of Palm | 4 oz |
| Lettuce Leaves | 1 head |
| Tomatoes | 12 wedges |
| Pitted Black Olives | 4 oz |
| Mayonnaise | 24 oz |
| Sour Cream | 1/2 cup |
| Skim Milk | 1/2 cup |
| Lemon Juice | 3 tbsp |
| Seasoning Salt | 2 tsp |
| Blue Cheese | 1/2 cup |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 592.5 |
| Total Fat | 41.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 129.1 mg |
| Sodium | 1197.4 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 15.7 g |
| Fiber | 3.8 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Protein | 39.7 g |
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked bacon, chunks of chicken, and hearts of palm, mixing them gently to ensure even distribution.
- In a blender, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, skim milk, lemon juice, and seasoning salt. Blend for about 30 seconds until smooth.
- Add the blue cheese to the dressing and pulse just a few seconds to retain some chunky texture.
- Toss the dressing with the chicken mixture thoroughly, then cover and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- When ready to serve, arrange two large lettuce leaves on each of the six serving plates to create a visually appealing base.
- Mound a generous portion of the chilled chicken salad on top of the lettuce.
- Artfully arrange the tomato wedges around the chicken salad in a spiral pattern for a touch of elegance.
- Finally, garnish the salad with pitted black olives for a pop of color and flavor.
Enjoy this refreshing and savory salad, perfect for any gathering or a delightful brunch with loved ones!
