The Best Chicken Salad: A Classic with a Twist
A delightful chicken salad recipe that combines savory flavors with a twist of sweetness from grapes, creating the best version you’ll ever make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Diced Chicken, cooked and shredded
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Celery, finely diced
- ¼ cup Green Onions, chopped
- 1 cup Grapes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh Herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: If using raw chicken, place breasts in a pot, cover with water, and add salt. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Cool and shred.
- Chop the Veggies: Finely chop celery and green onions.
- Slice the Grapes: Halve grapes for added sweetness, or use dried cranberries.
- Mix it All Together: In a bowl, combine chicken, celery, green onions, and grapes. Stir gently.
- Craft the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise (or yogurt), herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and Relax: Pour dressing over chicken mixture and fold gently. Chill in fridge for 30 minutes if you have time.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasonings to your preference.
Notes
This chicken salad can be made in advance and is best enjoyed within 3-5 days. For variations, consider adding curry powder or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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