Chicken Apple Grape Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this refreshing and wholesome Chicken Apple Grape Salad! Loaded with tender, shredded chicken breast, crisp red apples, juicy green grapes, and crunchy celery, this salad is a perfect balance of savory and sweet. A creamy, tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt, a touch of mayonnaise, honey, and a splash of lemon juice ties everything together beautifully, while optional walnuts add a delightful crunch. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for meal prep, picnics, or a light dinner. Serve it chilled as a stand-alone dish, on a bed of greens, or paired with crackers or croissants for a complete meal. Bursting with flavor and texture, this Chicken Apple Grape Salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, satisfying, and delicious dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 large Red apple, diced
- 1 cup Green grapes, halved
- 1 cup Celery, chopped
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, ground
Instructions
Cook the chicken breast using your preferred method (grilling, boiling, or baking) and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Let it cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, diced red apple, halved green grapes, chopped celery, and walnuts if using.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a standalone dish, or enjoy with a side of crackers, croissants, or on a bed of fresh greens for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.7 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 1896 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.8 g | ||
| Protein | 180.6 g | 361% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2800 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
