Thalhimers Chicken Salad
Rediscover a cherished deli classic with this Thalhimers Chicken Salad recipe, a creamy and flavorful blend of tender cooked chicken, crisp celery, tangy sweet pickle relish, and a hint of fresh lemon juice. Inspired by the iconic department store favorite, this easy-to-make chicken salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or elegant gatherings. Whether served on flaky croissants, between slices of hearty bread, or as a scoop atop fresh greens, this irresistible recipe captures the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. With its nostalgic charm and versatile serving options, Thalhimers Chicken Salad is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions
Prepare the cooked chicken by shredding or chopping it into small pieces. Ensure it is fully cooled before proceeding.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and granulated sugar (if using). Mix until thoroughly combined.
Add the chopped or shredded chicken to the bowl. Gently fold the chicken into the mayonnaise mixture until evenly coated.
Taste for seasoning and adjust with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the chicken salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled on bread, croissants, crackers, or over a bed of lettuce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2993 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.6 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 873 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 2526 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 221.1 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2406 mg | 51% | |
*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.
