Russian Chicken Salad
Indulge in the classic, hearty flavors of Russian Chicken Salad, a beloved dish celebrated for its vibrant medley of textures and creamy richness. This traditional salad combines tender, diced chicken breast with perfectly boiled potatoes, carrots, and eggs, offering a wholesome base for its signature ingredients—tangy pickles and sweet, buttery peas. Tossed in a velvety mayonnaise dressing with just the right amount of seasoning, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for special occasions or everyday meals. Ready in under an hour and best served chilled, this versatile salad can be enjoyed as a satisfying side dish or a light main course. Perfect for anyone seeking to explore authentic Russian cuisine, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces (approximately 300-400g) chicken breast
- 3 medium potatoes
- 2 medium carrots
- 3 large eggs
- 3 medium pickles
- 1 cup (canned or frozen) peas
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by boiling the chicken breast in a pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked. Allow it to cool, then dice it into small, bite-sized cubes and set aside.
Step 2
2. In a separate pot, boil the potatoes and carrots in their skins for 15-20 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a fork. Remove from the pot, let them cool, peel them, and dice into small cubes.
Step 3
3. Hard-boil the eggs by placing them in a pot of water and boiling for 10 minutes. Once cooked, cool them in ice water, peel, and dice into small pieces.
Step 4
4. If using frozen peas, blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and cool. If using canned peas, simply drain and rinse.
Step 5
5. Dice the pickles into small cubes, ensuring they are roughly the same size as the other ingredients.
Step 6
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, potatoes, carrots, eggs, pickles, and peas.
Step 7
7. Add the mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Gently mix the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated and incorporated.
Step 8
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For a creamier texture, you can add a bit more mayonnaise, if desired.
Step 9
9. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 10
10. Serve the Russian Chicken Salad cold as a side dish or a main course. Optionally, garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2334.2 grams (2334.2g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3733 |
| Total Fat 215.10g | 276% |
| Saturated Fat 27.10g | 136% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g | |
| Cholesterol 1395mg | 465% |
| Sodium 8485mg | 369% |
| Total Carbohydrate 216.60g | 79% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.80g | 99% |
| Total Sugars 26.50g | |
| Protein 240.90g | 482% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 615% |
| Calcium 544mg | 42% |
| Iron 16mg | 89% |
| Potassium 6599mg | 140% |
Source of Calories