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2 large roasted chicken breasts (about 3 cups of shredded or cubed leftover chicken)

2 medium ribs celery , cut into small dice

2 medium scallions , white and green parts, minced

¾ mayonnaise 

¼ cup sour cream

1 ½ - 2 tablespoons lemon juice from 1 small lemon

2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves, basil, or tarragon 

 Table salt and ground black pepper 

1.    Mix all salad ingredients (including chicken) together in large bowl, including salt and pepper to taste. Add additional mayonnaise if needed. Serve. (Can be covered and refrigerated overnight.)

2.    Spoon onto slices of your favorite bread. It’s great on carrot or zucchini bread.

Variations:

Waldorf Salad:

Just add a chopped apple, 1/3 cup of chopped toasted walnuts, and the grated zest of an orange and you’ll have a delicious Waldorf Salad.