For an extra layer of flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before adding them to the salad. Feel free to adjust the amount of honey to your preference. If you don't have star anise, you can omit it, but it adds a unique depth of flavor. Poaching the chicken keeps it moist and tender, but you can also use grilled or roasted chicken if you prefer.
Chicken Salad My Way
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING3 People
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VIEWS54
A vibrant and flavorful chicken salad, inspired by classic deli flavors, elevated with aromatic ginger and star anise for a truly special experience. This recipe delivers a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and crunchy textures.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate19 g
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Cholesterol55 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium357 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat37 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 12 mins Infuse the Chicken: In a medium saucepan, combine the 1-inch piece of ginger and star anise with enough water to cover the chicken. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Gently place the chicken breasts into the water. Reduce heat to low and poach until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center (approximately 10-12 minutes). Remove the chicken from the poaching liquid and let cool completely on a plate. Once cooled, dice into bite-sized pieces.
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, salt, pepper, paprika, and honey until well combined. Set aside.
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Assemble the Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the diced chicken, celery, apple, red onion, raisins, walnuts, and the 2 teaspoons of minced fresh ginger. Drizzle the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 Step
Recipe View 4 hrs Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
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Mittie Jacobi
Apr 12, 2025The perfect balance of sweet and savory. My new go-to chicken salad recipe!
Ole Schowalter
Dec 22, 2024This chicken salad is amazing! The ginger and star anise make it taste so sophisticated.
Catharine Hettinger
Dec 15, 2024I made this for a bridal shower and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.
Erwin Raynor
Nov 16, 2024I was skeptical about the star anise, but it really works! So delicious.