HOT CHICKEN SALAD
Serves 10
INGREDIENTS:
2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup diced celery
2 cup cooked chicken breast meat, cubed
1 cup Hellman's Low-Fat mayonnaise dressing (1 g fat per serving!)
1 cup grated 2 % sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed Reduced-Fat Ritz Crackers
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350. Spray a 13 by 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl combine the chicken, celery, salt, pepper, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and cheese. Place the mixture in the prepared baking dish. Spread the crushed crackers on top. Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly.
THE RESULTS:
This dish turned out better than I had anticipated. I shared with you my hesitations about making a hot chicken salad, but sometimes we just need to step outside the box a bit. And I am sure glad I did! By switchin' from real mayo to low-fat mayonnaise dressing, I saved a ton of fat. Plus, by using reduced-fat crackers instead of chips, fat was literally cut right off the top.
It's simple, it's delicious and to top it all off...it is nutritious! For families with children, I would categorize this as a kid-friendly dish as well. My 18-month- old polished her plate off in no time at all.
So, give Paula Deen's Lean Hot Chicken Salad a try. I hope you ENJOY!!
NUTRITION FACTS (per serving): 117.6 calories; 4.8g fat; 6.6g carbohydrate; 13.2g protein; .2g fiber
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ym1 that sounds really good! I'll think I'll have to come back and try that out. thanks for sharing. Stopping by from STIS :)
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It's great when we get our hubby's seal of approval on dishes we prepare isn't it?
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I can see where your hesitation about making a hot chicken salad came from, I'm feeling the same. But the ingredient combination makes it sound really good and I think I will try it. I love food blogs!! You got another follower.
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ReplyDeletewow that looks delicious! following you for more great ideas. no pressure...
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I LOVE Paula!! Can't wait to read more recipes :)
ReplyDeleteThat actually sounds really good! And soooo easy! Thanks!
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Wow, that's a winner. I'm definitely going to try it. It sounds so good.
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I LOVE your blog!! How fun! I love seeing how I can eat and cook yummy and still healthy! I will be checkin' back...and I will keep this warm chicken salad in mind! =)
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What a great idea for a blog! I love Paula Deen, but think I would love her dishes with more of a lean twist. I'm now a follower and will be checking back often!
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That looks weird, in a completely delish way!! I have to try it.
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Wow, this recipe sounds absolutely AMAZING! I just shared it with my hubby and we have decided we are going to try it for our family get together next week! Thanks so much for sharing! :0)
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Mmmmm that sounds so good!
ReplyDeleteNew follower here! Love your blog, way cute! I love me some Paula. This recipe looks amazing I will definitley give it a try.
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ReplyDeleteThis caught my eye -- looks good! I might just have to give this one a try. :)
I love the original recipe but seldom make it because it just screams "Fat!!" Can' t wait to try it your way.
ReplyDeleteDo you know the nutritional information for this. I am always looking for new recipes for my weight watchers plan. I look forward to trying some of the recipes.
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