Description
This chicken salad with grapes is a delightful mix of tender chicken, sweet grapes, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a picnic, this salad is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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For the salad:
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
- 1 cup red seedless grapes (halved)
- ½ cup chopped celery
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- â…“ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
For the dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, grapes, celery, red onion, and nuts if using.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve on lettuce leaves, in sandwiches, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick option.
- You can substitute mayo with all Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Toasting the nuts enhances their flavor and adds a nice crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
