Ingredients

2 shallots , peeled and finely chopped
100 ml glass white wine
100 ml double cream
2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives
1 -2 tablespoon of chopped fresh lovage ( Or celery leaves )
1/2 lemon , juice of
150 g thick full fat creme fraiche
salt and pepper
cold cooked chicken , diced ( Approx 400g )
lettuce , to serve
flowering chives and lovage ( to garnish )
This chicken salad is a delicious meal that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy chive and lovage dressing adds a tangy and refreshing flavor to the dish, while the diced chicken provides a wonderful protein source. This dish is easy to make and is sure to satisfy even the most demanding of taste buds.

Instructions

1.In a pan, gently fry the shallots in white wine until soft and the wine is reduced by half.
2.Add the double cream, chives, lovage or celery leaves and lemon juice and bring to a simmer.
3.Remove from heat and stir in the creme fraiche. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4.In a mixing bowl, toss the diced chicken with the dressing until well coated.
5.Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce with flowering chives and lovage as garnish.

PROS

High protein content and the dressing is a good source of calcium and vitamin C.

CONS

The dressing is high in fat and calories.
It is not suitable for lactose intolerant or vegan diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, making it an important building block for healthy muscles, skin, hair, and nails. The dressing contains calcium and vitamin C, important for bone health and strong immune system, respectively.

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