Name: Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast; ½ cup chopped celery; 1 cup red grapes, quartered; ½ cup slivered almonds; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley; ¾ cup mayonnaise; ⅓ cup heavy cream, cold; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Introduction

Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad is a delightfully creamy and flavorful dish, perfect for a light lunch or elegant picnic. Combining tender chicken, sweet grapes, crunchy almonds, and a whipped creamy dressing, this salad stands out with its unique texture and taste.

The image shows a sandwich with three visible layers on a white marbled surface. The base layer is a soft, golden-brown sandwich roll split horizontally. On the bottom inside of the roll, there is a bright green lettuce leaf that adds freshness and a crisp texture. Above the lettuce is a thick, creamy chicken salad layer mixed with pieces of red grapes, small bits of green celery, and herbs, giving it a chunky texture with white, green, and purple-red colors. The top half of the sandwich roll, golden and slightly crusty, rests gently over the filling. The sandwich is placed on a wooden board, and in the blurred background, there are small white bowls with grapes and green grapes visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 cups diced cooked chicken breast
½ cup chopped celery
1 cup red grapes, quartered
½ cup slivered almonds
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
¾ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup heavy cream, cold
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, quartered red grapes, slivered almonds, and finely chopped fresh parsley.
Step 2: Add the mayonnaise to the bowl and stir everything together until well combined.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, pour the cold heavy cream and use an electric hand mixer to whip it until soft peaks form.
Step 4: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chicken mixture until fully incorporated.
Step 5: Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, toast the slivered almonds lightly before adding.
Swap red grapes with green grapes or diced apples for a different fruity twist.
Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version with tangy flavor.
Chilling the salad for at least an hour enhances the flavors and texture.

Storage

Store the chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir gently before serving again. It’s best enjoyed chilled, so you can eat it straight from the fridge or let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with a creamy chicken salad showing three main layers: a base of shredded white chicken pieces, a middle layer with small red grape halves and light green celery chunks mixed evenly, all coated in a thick, white mayonnaise-like dressing garnished with small green herb pieces and black pepper specks on top; inside the bowl a black and gold spoon is partially dipped into the salad, set on a white marbled background with small bowls of red grapes and green celery in the top left corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken for this salad?

Yes, rotisserie chicken works great and saves time. Just dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces before mixing.

Is this salad suitable for meal prep?

Absolutely! It keeps well refrigerated and makes a convenient, tasty option for lunches throughout the week.