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ensalada de pollo

Mexican Ensalada de Pollo

This easy, flavorful chicken salad is a perfect mix of tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy dressing, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 chicken breast with skin and bone
  • 1 onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • A few sprigs of thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 potato cut into cubes
  • 2 carrots cut into cubes
  • 1 cup peas fresh or frozen
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • Mayonnaise equal parts with sour cream
  • Sour cream used for tacos
  • Mustard to taste
  • Lemon juice a splash
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves washed and disinfected

Instructions
 

Cook the chicken:

  • Place the chicken breast (with skin and bone) in boiling water.
  • Add a piece of onion, garlic, thyme, bay leaves, and salt.
  • Once it boils, remove the foam and partially cover the pot. Let the chicken cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and allow the chicken to cool in its broth to prevent drying out.

Prepare the vegetables:

  • Boil the carrots and peas. If using frozen peas, add them a minute after the carrots start boiling. Let them cook for 6 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  • For the potato: Add the potato cubes into cold water with salt and a splash of vinegar. Boil on high heat, then lower the heat to medium and cook for about 10 minutes. Drain and allow to cool.

Shred the chicken:

  • Once the chicken has cooled, remove the skin and bones. Cut the chicken into cubes.

Assemble the salad:

  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice. Stir to combine.
  • Add the celery, chicken, carrot, peas, and potato into the bowl. Gently mix everything together to coat with the dressing.

Serve:

  • Place washed and disinfected lettuce leaves on a plate and serve the Ensalada de Pollo on top.

Notes

For variations, you can add corn or jalapeƱos for extra flavor. The dressing can be customized with Mexican mayonnaise for a creamier version.
Keyword Chicken, Easy, Healthy