Description
This refreshing chicken salad combines juicy grapes and tender chicken in a creamy dressing, making it a perfect dish for picnics or light lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Mix Chicken and Grapes: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast and halved red grapes. Stir gently to avoid smashing the grapes.
- 2. Add Crunch: Toss in the chopped celery and pecans. Mix until evenly distributed.
- 3. Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- 4. Combine Everything: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and fold carefully until all ingredients are well-coated.
- 5. Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 6. Serve: Serve on plates or in croissants, garnished with additional pecans or grapes as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg