Walnuts and basil flavor this simple chicken salad. It's a flavorful salad that is easy to put together. The only cooking is to toast the walnuts to enhance their flavor. So, it's perfect for a hot summer night.
With using store-bought chicken, this dinner can be ready in less than 10 minutes.
Helpful Hints:
_ Any type of cooked chicken can be used, such as chicken strips or rotisserie chicken.
_ Almonds or pecans can be used instead of walnuts.
Countdown:
_ Toast walnuts.
_ Mix mayonnaise and tomatoes together for the sauce.
_ Complete the salad.
Shopping List:
To buy: 1 package walnuts, 1 jar reduced-fat mayonnaise, 1 can reduced-sodium canned diced tomatoes, 1 package cooked boneless, skinless, chicken breast strips or rotisserie chicken breast, 1 bunch celery, 1 bunch basil, 2 whole wheat rolls.
Staples: salt and black peppercorns.
