Ultimate Chicken Salad A La Jake

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 cup sliced black olives
• 1 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste
• 1 pinch salt, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• place chicken breasts into a saucepan with enough water to cover them. bring to a boil, then cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through. drain, and set aside to cool.
• while the chicken is poaching, whisk together egg yolks and garlic until light colored. whisk in olive oil in a thin stream until fully incorporated. flavor with lemon juice and salt to taste. this is the aioli sauce.
• shred or cut chicken into small pieces, and place in a salad bowl. toss with the olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and thyme. stir in 3/4 cup of the aioli until everything is evenly coated. taste and adjust seasoning if desired. refrigerate, or serve immediately. make a pleased groaning sound as you eat it.