Publix Chunky Chicken Salad

I got this a long time ago from the Publix Mayonnaise label. I think it is the same one they used to have in the deli there. This is great to take for potlucks, new moms, or grieving familes. I often double it. This is more of a salad to eat on a bed of greens and not so much to put onto a sandwich although I have put it into a pita before. Preparation time does not include cooking the chicken or carrots. Cooking time is the chilling time.

• Ready In: 24 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried dill
• 1⁄8 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1⁄8 teaspoon white pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon minced garlic clove
• 1  tablespoon dried parsley
• 1  cup mayonnaise
• 1  cup celery, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 cup carrot, steamed and chopped
• 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
• 2  lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

Directions

1. Cook chicken however desired (I often poach in my steamer or bake). Cool and cut into large (about 1") cubes. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine salt, basil, dill, lemon juice, white pepper, garlic and parsley with mayonnaise. Mix throughly.
3. Stir celery, carrots, onion and chicken into mayonnaise mixture. Mix well.
4. Cover and chill overnight or at least several hours before serving.