posted by Schmitty 06-07-99 6:45 PM
Chicken and Pecan Salad
4 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cups diced celery
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped red or green sweet pepper (optional)
1/2 cup toasted pecan halves or pieces
4 slices bacon crisp cooked and crumbled
1 (8 ounce) carton dairy sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons lemon juice
lettuce leaves
6 to 8 pita bread halves
In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, mushrooms, red or green pepper,
pecans and bacon.
In a medium bowl, stir together sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice.
Add to chicken mixture; toss to coat.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover - chill for 2 to 24 hours.
Serve in lettuce lined pita or on salad plates. Makes 6 to 8 servings.