why make this recipe
This chicken salad is easy, fresh, and ready fast. It uses simple ingredients you likely have. You can use it for lunch, a quick dinner, or a picnic. It keeps well and tastes good on bread or on lettuce.
introduction
This Best Ever Chicken Salad mixes cooked chicken with a light, creamy dressing and crunchy celery. You get sweet bites from grapes and a little bite from red onion. For another tasty toss that adds fruit and nuts, see the Apple Pecan Chicken Salad recipe for ideas you can borrow.
how to make Best Ever Chicken Salad
This section shows a simple plan to make the salad. Follow the steps and mix well.
Ingredients :
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup grapes, halved
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves for serving
Directions :
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, and grapes.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves or in a sandwich.
how to serve Best Ever Chicken Salad
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Spoon the salad on fresh lettuce leaves for a light meal. Put it between bread or in a wrap for a quick sandwich. Add extra grapes or sliced apple for a sweet crunch.
how to store Best Ever Chicken Salad
Put the salad in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not leave it out more than two hours. Stir before serving again.
tips to make Best Ever Chicken Salad
- Use cold cooked chicken for best texture.
- Chop celery and onion small so every bite is even.
- Taste and add salt or pepper slowly.
- Use low-fat yogurt to cut calories but keep creaminess.
- Chill the salad for 30 minutes to let flavors blend.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped apple or pears for sweetness.
- Mix in toasted nuts like almonds or pecans for crunch.
- Swap grapes for dried cranberries or raisins.
- Use curry powder for a warm, spiced version.
FAQs
Q: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
A: Yes. Rotisserie chicken works great and saves time.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes. Replace Greek yogurt with extra mayo or a dairy-free yogurt.
Q: How long will it last in the fridge?
A: It will keep 2 to 3 days in an airtight container.
Q: Can I freeze this salad?
A: No. Freezing changes the texture of the mayo and yogurt. It is best fresh.
Q: Can I add herbs?
A: Yes. Add chopped parsley, dill, or chives if you like.
Best Ever Chicken Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free (if yogurt is swapped)
Description
A fresh, easy chicken salad recipe perfect for lunch or quick dinners, featuring a creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup grapes, halved
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, and grapes in a large bowl.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves or in a sandwich.
Notes
For best texture, use cold cooked chicken and chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
