Chicken Salad Tea Room Style

Indulge in the elegant flavors of "Chicken Salad Tea Room Style," a timeless recipe that's perfect for brunches, luncheons, or light dinners. This delectable salad combines tender, shredded chicken breasts with a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of lemon juice for brightness. The addition of finely chopped celery, halved red seedless grapes, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries creates a delightful balance of crunch, sweetness, and texture. Finished with fresh parsley, this chicken salad pairs beautifully with buttery croissants or crisp crackers, served atop a bed of baby lettuce or mixed greens for a sophisticated presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes and offering unforgettable flavor, this easy chicken salad is the ultimate choice for an elegant tea room-inspired meal. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep, it's a surefire crowd-pleaser that brings a hint of vintage charm to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups mayonnaise
• 0.25 cups sour cream
• 0.5 cups celery, finely chopped
• 0.5 cups red seedless grapes, halved
• 0.25 cups sliced almonds, toasted
• 0.25 cups dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 cups baby lettuce or mixed greens
• 4 pieces croissants or crackers

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 12–15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink inside.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the saucepan and let it cool completely. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks or chop finely with a knife.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Fold the shredded chicken, celery, grapes, almonds, dried cranberries, and parsley into the mayonnaise mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

To serve, arrange a small handful of baby lettuce or mixed greens on a plate or inside a split croissant. Top with a generous scoop of chicken salad.

Step 7

Optional: garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of toasted almonds. Serve alongside crackers or fresh fruit for a complete tea room experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1028.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2839.9

Total Fat 173.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 562.2mg	0%
Sodium 2688.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 57.8g
Protein 134.3g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 353.8mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1859.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 25.9%