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Salpicão de Frango

A classic Brazilian cold chicken salad combining shredded poultry, crisp vegetables, sweet apple, and raisins in a creamy dressing, crowned with crunchy potato sticks.

35 minEasyServes 6380 cal/serving

BrazilianSaladStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten-FreeNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups carrots, grated
  • 1 cup canned sweet corn, drained
  • 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, diced
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 cups shoestring potato sticks

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts in a large pot, cover with water, bring to a simmer over medium heat, and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Transfer cooked chicken to a board, allow to cool slightly, and shred thoroughly.

  3. 3

    In a mixing bowl, combine 2/3 cup mayonnaise, 2/3 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper.

  4. 4

    Add shredded chicken, 2 cups grated carrots, 1 cup drained canned sweet corn, 1 cup thawed frozen green peas, 1 diced Granny Smith apple, and 1/2 cup raisins to the dressing, stirring until evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate for 30 minutes, then sprinkle 2 cups shoestring potato sticks over the top right before serving.

Questions

Can I make Salpicão de Frango dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2/3 cup sour cream. Swap the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Salpicão de Frango keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Salpicão de Frango?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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