Randy Higis Smoked Chicken And Potato Salad Food

SMOKIN' POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to medium. Oil the grill grates well.
• Slice the potatoes lengthwise about 3/4 inch thick. Place the potatoes in a bowl and add 2 tablespoons canola oil, the paprika and 2 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
• Place the potatoes on the grill, cover and cook 5 minutes, then rotate them 90 degrees F and cook 5 to 10 more minutes. Flip the potatoes and repeat on the other side. They should be slightly puffed and golden brown. Remove and allow to cool completely. Dice into 3/4-to-1-inch pieces.
• In a large glass bowl, combine the diced potatoes, celery, red onion and cilantro. In a medium glass bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons pepper, the capers and lemon juice. Adjust the salt as needed.
• Fold the mayonnaise mixture into the potato mixture until coated. Cover and refrigerate 20 to 30 minutes. Stir and adjust the seasoning as needed.

ROASTED CHICKEN & NEW POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Boil or steam the potatoes for 15-20 mins until tender, then cool quickly in cold water (it's fine if they're still a bit warm) and drain. Meanwhile, pull the meat off the roast chicken and tear into bite-size pieces.
• Mix the yogurt with the honey and tarragon, then season to taste. Toss the salad leaves, peppers, chicken and potatoes in a large bowl, drizzle the dressing over, then serve immediately.

RANDY HIGI'S SMOKED CHICKEN AND POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Remove and discard the skin of the chicken or turkey. Remove the meat from the bones and pull the meat into shreds. Set aside.
• Peel the potatoes and put them in a saucepan. Add water to cover and salt to taste. Bring to the boil and let simmer about 20 minutes, until tender. Drain and set aside.
• Put the garlic and mustard in a small mixing bowl. Stir in the vinegar and, using a wire whisk, beat in the oil.
• Put the shredded chicken in a heavy skillet and add about onequarter cup of the garlic-mustard dressing. Put over low heat and stir briefly until barely warm throughout. Remove from the heat and let cool.
• Cut the potatoes into one-quarter-inch slices. Put the slices in a mixing bowl and add the mushrooms. Add the remaining dressing and blend. Let stand one hour.
• Arrange the lettuce leaves around and in the center of a platter. Place the chicken in a mound in the center. Surround the chicken with the arugula or watercress. Spoon the potato salad over the arugula or watercress and serve.

CHICKEN-EGG-POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients. Salt and pepper to taste.
• Refrigerate at least two hours to allow the flavors to meld.