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A bowl of fresh chicken salad, featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing.

Chicken Salad Recipe

This Chicken Salad recipe is a versatile and refreshing meal that’s perfect for lunch or as a light dinner. Loaded with tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and a creamy dressing, it’s simple to make and sure to please everyone. Download now and enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make salad like a pro.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
  • ½ cup celery, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, diced
  • ½ cup grapes, halved (or apple chunks)
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds or walnuts
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the diced or shredded chicken, celery, red onion, grapes (or apple), and nuts.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to coat.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Enjoy your delicious, creamy Chicken Salad.

Notes

Optional: Add a handful of fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor. For a lighter version, swap the mayo for Greek yogurt.