Chicken Salad
A vibrant chicken salad combining succulent chicken with crisp celery, sweet grapes, and crunchy almonds, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken Shredded or diced chicken for easy mixing. Ensure chicken is fully cooked.
Liquids/Dairy
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Optional for a creamier texture.
Aromatics & Vegetables
- 1 cup diced celery Chop finely for better mixing.
- 1/2 cup halved red grapes Can substitute with apples.
Optional Finishing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds Toast lightly for extra flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds a kick to the salad.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), celery, grapes, almonds, Dijon mustard, and seasoning.
- If you haven't already, shred or chop your cooked chicken.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if you're using it), and Dijon mustard. Mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in the chicken, diced celery, and halved grapes into the creamy base. Stir until everything is well coated.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Fold in the sliced almonds.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve on a bed of fresh lettuce or in a wrap. Great for sandwiches or as a side dish. Customize with herbs or additional nuts if desired.