Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad

This tasty Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad has a secret ingredient that gives the texture of the salad a wonderfully creamy texture. What is it ? Freshly whipped cream folded into the chicken, almond and grape salad. It works and it is wonderful.

Serve on a bed of curly lettuce, with crackers or on a croissant. Enjoy!

Neiman Marcus Chicken Salad
Makes about 6 cups

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb. cooked chicken breasts, cut into 1/2" cubes
• 1 cup good quality mayonnaise
• 1 cup finely diced celery
• 1 cup halved purple grapes
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1 Tablespoon finely chopped parsley (I used 2 teaspoons dried)
• 1 tsp, kosher salt
• 1/2 cup freshly whipped cream
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. If you  haven't already done so, toast the almonds (400-f degrees for 7 minutes) and whip heavy whipping cream.
2. Combine the chicken, mayonnaise, celery, grapes, almonds, parsley, and salt in a bowl. Add whipped cream and pepper; fold to combine. 
3. Serve on lettuce or a croissant. 

Recipe from Saveur.