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Tarragon Chicken Salad with Almonds

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 04/08/19 Updated: 05/15/22
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This tarragon chicken salad recipe is just so elegant and full of flavor. Slivered almonds add the perfect crunch and fresh tarragon gives this super quick and easy chicken salad recipe a springy, fancy feel. Perfect for a baby shower or bridal shower served in lettuce cups or on croissants, and it’s great for meal prep, too. Naturally Whole30, paleo, low carb, and keto-friendly.

A bowl of tarragon chicken salad with almonds with garnishes

I am so obsessed with this tarragon chicken salad with almonds.

Thankfully, it’s super quick and easy, and it’s pretty darn healthy, too! It could be worse… I’m looking at you, paleo brownies, paleo chocolate cupcakes, and healthy cookie dough. They might have “paleo” or “healthy” in the title, but when you eat 4 servings of them, well…

And, as elegant and gourmet as this tarragon chicken salad is, the truth is that our obsession with is started with the deli tarragon chicken salad found at Publix!

Since we don’t actually have Publix where we live, we make a stock-up trip to the store a part of our beach ritual. We load up on easy lunches to munch on the sand, and this tarragon chicken salad with almonds is always, always our go-to.

But even though we aren’t near a Publix the rest of the year, we can absolutely have creamy, elegant tarragon chicken salad any time now, thanks to this quick and easy recipe.

What Makes This Recipe So Good

  • It’s crazy quick and easy. Chop some tarragon, stir together the ingredients, and you’re set!
  • This recipe is amazing for baby and bridal showers, wonderful serves on croissants, in lettuce or serving plastic cups, or on salad greens.
  • The tarragon adds such a gorgeous, fresh flavor that you aren’t used to with chicken salad but that is so good.
  • The sliced almonds provide the perfect crunch, ramping up the deliciousness of this recipe with the perfect texture!
  • This recipe is naturally Whole30, paleo, low carb, and keto-friendly.

How to Make It

It’s almost too simple to need an explanation! Here it goes:

Tarragon chicken salad ingredients in a large bowl

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl and stir to combine well.

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.

How long will this dish last?

I’d keep this chicken salad in an airtight container in the fridge at least 3-4 days, likely up to 5.

Serving Suggestions

Need ideas for ways to serve this Publix inspired chicken salad at a shower? Try:

  • In lettuce cups (Very low carb/keto!)
  • In super cute wonton cups
  • On apple slices
  • On sliced croissants
  • With water crackers
  • With bread
  • On lettuce as salad

Whole30 / Paleo Version

There are no modifications needed to make this recipe Whole30 compliant, but make sure you use Whole30 mayonnaise! I have a great recipe for a foolproof, Whole30-compliant immersion blender mayonnaise. Try it out!

Tarragon chicken salad in a large bowl with wooden spoon

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A bowl of tarragon chicken salad with almonds with garnishes
5 from 28 votes

Tarragon Chicken Salad with Almonds

Prep:5 minutes
Total:5 minutes
An absolutely delicious chicken salad with fresh tarragon and crunchy sliced almonds. Perfect for lunches, bridal and baby showers, or potlucks, this recipe is quick, easy, Whole30 compliant, paleo, and low carb, too.
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10 servings

Ingredients

  • 6-7 cups cooked chicken breasts diced or shredded (from about 4 large chicken breasts, weighing about 3-3 1/2 pounds), see Note 1
  • 1 1/2 – 2 cups mayonnaise see Note 2
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup sliced almonds see Note 3
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 6 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves minced, see Note 4

Instructions 

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir well. Keep in an airtight container until ready to serve. Chicken salad will last in the fridge at least 3-4 days.

Storage Notes

  • Keep in an airtight container in the fridge 5-6 days.

Notes

Note 1
To bake chicken breasts, place chicken in a baking dish and bake at 350º F for about 30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160º F. Let rest before dicing.
Note 2
If on Whole30 or paleo, use Whole30-compliant mayonnaise, like my One Minute Whole30 Mayonnaise.
Note 3
I prefer sliced almonds over slivered, as sliced add the perfect, light crunch. They’re thinner than slivered almonds and blend into the texture of the tarragon chicken salad perfectly. I get them from the bulk section at my grocery store.
Note 4
To use dried tarragon leaves, start with 1 tablespoon and add more, 1 teaspoon at a time, until desired taste is reaches. You will use about 1 1/2 tablespoons dried tarragon or so. Flavor will increase in intensity over time with dried tarragon.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 215kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 29g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 71mg, Sodium: 414mg, Potassium: 423mg, Fiber: 1g, Vitamin A: 195IU, Vitamin C: 2.1mg, Calcium: 90mg, Iron: 2.7mg, Net Carbs: 4g

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Meet Cheryl Malik

Cheryl Malik is the recipe developer, writer, and photographer behind the healthy, flavorful, family friendly recipes at 40 Aprons. She's been a blogger for 10+ years and is known for her delicious recipes and detailed recipe instructions. Cheryl is a mom of three who lives in Memphis, TN.

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  1. Carol Martin says

    Posted on 9/5/22 at 3:25 pm

    Delicious!!!5 stars

    Reply
    • Megan | 40 Aprons TeamMegan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 9/12/22 at 2:01 pm

      Thanks, Carol! So happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. William Sutter says

    Posted on 7/26/22 at 9:42 am

    This recipe is so simple to make, healthy and my family loves it. I have made it numerous times and each time it comes out perfect!5 stars

    Reply
    • Grace | 40 Aprons TeamGrace | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 7/27/22 at 3:21 pm

      Love hearing that! Thanks so much for sharing, William!

      Reply
  3. Sophie says

    Posted on 7/22/22 at 5:53 pm

    I’m obsessed with the Publix tarragon chicken salad. This tastes just like it – and cheaper too! Thank you!!!

    Reply
    • Megan | 40 Aprons TeamMegan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 7/22/22 at 6:32 pm

      LOVE to hear that! Thanks so much for your review, Sophie!

      Reply
  4. Joy Moretti says

    Posted on 7/10/22 at 10:25 am

    Enjoyed using this recipe. My main change was to reduce the salt almost by half. I like to start there and I can always add more if needed. Additionally I did not have almonds so used pecans.5 stars

    Reply
    • Megan | 40 Aprons TeamMegan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 7/10/22 at 12:43 pm

      That’s a great tip, Joy! You’re right – you can always add more as needed. Pecans sound like a delicious sub, too. Great thinking, and thank you for sharing your review!

      Reply
  5. Elaine Deason-Thompson says

    Posted on 10/20/21 at 12:04 pm

    Delish!! I love Publics, but this is less expensive for the whole family

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 10/27/21 at 8:28 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it!5 stars

      Reply
  6. Lynn says

    Posted on 8/3/21 at 10:04 am

    This must be the recipe my grocery deli uses, absolutely the best!5 stars

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 8/3/21 at 10:17 pm

      That is a high compliment! So glad you enjoyed it!5 stars

      Reply
  7. Vicki Yackel says

    Posted on 5/14/21 at 6:29 pm

    We have a French bakery here in Birmingham and they serve a scoop ofTarragon Chicken Salad with Sliced Almonds alongside small chunks of Swiss Cheese, red grapes and about three small cubes of a variety of specialty breads. Divine! Now I will recreate for my favorite friends! Thank you so much for the wonderful recipe and helpful info you shared!5 stars

    Reply
    • Cheryl MalikCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 5/17/21 at 10:03 pm

      Of course! I hope you and your friends enjoy!

      Reply
  8. Jehan says

    Posted on 12/13/20 at 2:50 pm

    Delicious! I would cut the salt a bit. I added some finely chopped shallots because I didn’t have onion powder. Would be great with red grapes too or apple. Appreciated the tip on baking chicken and on dried vs fresh tarragon. I used fresh which I think makes this so delicious!

    Reply
    • Savannah | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 12/14/20 at 9:53 am

      Thanks for sharing your review!5 stars

      Reply
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