Hey guys, hope you are all geared up for the 4th, even if the world cup yesterday didn’t go our way. But those guys played their hearts out.
U….S….A!………U….S…..A!……….U……S…….A! #ifyouatebelgianwafflesyesterdaywecantbefriends
Now that I have that out of my system, let’s move on to some good food. We declare ourselves foodie dorks all the time around here, and we love anything that’s easy and fun to do. This is a super simple little recipe, and can be made with a lot that you may have on hand.
First, you’re going to mix up a nice little”base” to work with. Here’s what you will need for the chicken salad: • rotisserie chicken • one package of plain Greek yogurt • 2 tsp yellow mustard • salt • black pepper • pita crackers or bread
This makes great beginnings for your “salad bar” and all the add-ins. We got started by shredding the chicken and mixing in the greek yogurt and yellow mustard. Then we added 2 tsp salt + 1 tsp pepper. Taste test it as you go, and add more or less as you prefer.
Then you’ll want all your add-ins. You could go all-out traditional, fruity, or try a variety of things. We used: • sliced olives • sliced grapes • sliced strawberries • pomegranate cranberries • almonds • banana peppers • peppers • cherry tomatoes • cucumbers.
Once you have the chicken base mixed up, you’re ready to go. Dress the serving area with all your fixins (it’s what we say here in the south).
That way, everyone gets a taste of what they love.
We threw in some fun plates + napkins, a little bunting and a chalkboard for some personality. The possibilities are kind of endless.
From birthdays to baby showers, or an easy meal with an excuse for fellowship with friends beyond the barbecue.
Though barbecue is pretty great. Mmmm. Ribs.
Put your spin on it and have a blast. We used little ice-cream spoons for servers in tiny bowls, and hand written flags on bits of scrapbook paper with swizzle sticks. Where would our life be without swizzle sticks? Or that word? The world may never know.
My favorite combos: olives + banana peppers.
Ashley’s: strawberries, cucumbers, pomegranate craisins + grapes
The kids had a blast just trying different things on their plates, but the strawberries disappeared mysteriously.
It was fun watching what everyone picked. And a big hit, to boot.
As always, let us know if you try it! Have an inspired day!
elizabeth says
I saw your BH&G entry on my fb–that’s great! yea for you guys! I love checking your blog everyday and this recipe looks healthy but yummy. I appreciate that your recipes are easy and don’t require weird ingredients that I need to climb mountains for and also don’t require many ingredients. Also, I’m secretly waiting for your bedroom revile (or bedding revile) as my bedding is needing help. 😉 It’s crazy the amount of ideas I get and steal from your site–i’m too embarrassed to post them all! lol. my kids always say “is this project from the homemade site?” haha. Thanks for all you do!!
elizabeth says
Ps-cute napkins..you make?
ashley @ the handmade home says
You’re so sweet Elizabeth! Thank you so much for stopping by time and time again. The napkins are Tarjay and totally cheap! ;}
Jenna says
This is absolutely fantastic & fun! Your home makes me so happy!
Christine says
My kids would eat all their food if every meal was presented like this! That’s good motivation! Btw, your birthday decor was the inspiration for our latest birthday party here at home and it’s so nice to see it up here again! Going to vote now!
ashley @ the handmade home says
Thank you so much, Christine! ;} Most of our meals do not look like this but sometimes its fun! ;}