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Salpico de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Salad)

This Salpico de Frango is a vibrant Brazilian chicken salad, bursting with flavors and textures!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Brazilian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound cooked chicken coarsely shredded
  • 1 tablespoon oil (olive or vegetable)
  • 8 ounces canned yellow corn drained
  • 1 cup pitted green olives chopped
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 5 tablespoons mayonnaise (or to taste)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 leaves lettuce (for serving)
  • 4 sprigs watercress (for garnish)
  • 2 cups potato sticks or regular potato chips (for serving)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. Begin by shredding your cooked chicken into coarse pieces. You can use leftover rotisserie chicken or poach chicken breasts in advance. Drain the canned corn and chop the olives, green apple, and parsley.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, yellow corn, chopped olives, raisins, grated carrots, and finely chopped green apple. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
  3. Add the mayonnaise to the mixture, starting with 5 tablespoons. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix everything until the dressing is evenly distributed.
  4. Lay the lettuce leaves on a serving dish and spoon the chicken salad mixture over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley and arrange the watercress around the edges. Serve with potato sticks or chips for an added crunch.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • Feel free to customize with turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.