Craving the legendary Culver's Chicken Cashew Salad but don't want to leave your kitchen? Get ready to unlock the secret to creating a restaurant-quality dish that's not just delicious, but incredibly easy to make! This mouthwatering recipe combines tender shredded chicken, crunchy cashews, and a creamy Dijon dressing that will transport you straight to flavor heaven. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, or a light dinner option, this copycat recipe is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup cashews, chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by shredding it into bite-sized pieces. If using leftover roasted or grilled chicken, ensure it's cooled to room temperature.
- Finely dice the celery and red onion into uniform small pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the salad.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, and diced red onion.
- Roughly chop the cashews into smaller pieces, leaving some larger chunks for texture. Add the chopped cashews to the chicken mixture.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mayonnaise-mustard dressing over the chicken mixture and gently fold to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly to distribute the seasoning.
- Refrigerate the chicken salad for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- When ready to serve, arrange mixed greens on individual plates or a large serving platter.
- Spoon the chilled chicken cashew salad over the mixed greens and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use high-quality, freshly cooked or leftover chicken for the best flavor and texture.
- Toast the cashews lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Allow the salad to chill for at least 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- For extra crunch, consider using roasted cashews instead of raw.
- Use a mix of fresh, crisp greens to create a vibrant base for your salad.
- Adjust the mayonnaise and mustard ratio to suit your personal taste preferences.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Chop ingredients uniformly to ensure every bite is perfectly balanced.
- Serve immediately after chilling to maintain the salad's fresh texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 375kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg
