Brazilian Chicken Salad Aka Salpicao Especial De Galinha
Transport your taste buds to Brazil with this vibrant and creamy Brazilian Chicken Salad, lovingly known as *Salpicão Especial de Galinha*. This crowd-pleasing dish is a delightful medley of tender shredded chicken, crisp vegetables like grated carrot and celery, sweet and tangy green apples, and a pop of sweetness from raisins. Tossed in a luscious dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of lime juice, this salad achieves a perfect balance of rich and zesty flavors. What sets it apart is the crunchy finishing touch of shoestring potatoes, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, either as a refreshing side dish or a standalone star at your next gathering. Whether you're looking for a comforting Brazilian classic or a new recipe to elevate your salad game, this gluten-free dish promises to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 2 medium, grated carrot
- 1 medium, grated or diced green apple
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced celery
- 200 grams mayonnaise
- 100 grams sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup, cooked or canned (drained) green peas
- 1 cup, canned (drained) sweet corn
- 1 cup, sliced black or green olives
- 1 half cup raisins
- 3 cups (store-bought or homemade) shoestring potatoes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
- 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the chicken breasts in boiling water seasoned with a pinch of salt for 12-15 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove from the water, let cool slightly, and shred into thin pieces using two forks or your hands.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, grated carrot, grated or diced green apple, sliced celery, cooked green peas, sweet corn, sliced olives, and raisins.
Step 3: In a separate smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the chicken-vegetable mixture, and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 6: Before serving, fold in 2 cups of shoestring potatoes for crunch, reserving 1 cup for topping. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for garnish.
Step 7: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a main or side dish, and enjoy your Salpicão Especial de Galinha!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 274.8 g | 352% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 676 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 7564 mg | 329% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 336.4 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 142.8 g | ||
| Protein | 166.0 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 5522 mg | 117% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
