Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad

Rated: Submitted By: Janet Schaufele Photo By: SunnyByrd Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes Ready In: 1 Hour 50 Minutes Servings: 4

"The heady aroma and taste of sweet basil defines this cold chicken salad tossed with Parmesan cheese and dressed with a puree of mayonnaise, basil, garlic and celery."

Ingredients:

2 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts salt and pepper to taste 1 cup mayonnaise

1 cup chopped fresh basil 2 cloves crushed garlic 3 stalks celery, chopped 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1.	Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 35 minutes, or until juices run clear. Let cool, and chop into chunks.
2.	In a food processor, puree the mayonnaise, basil, garlic, and celery.
3.	Combine the chunked chicken, pureed mixture, and Parmesan cheese; toss. Refrigerate, and serve.

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