Chicken Salad Heaven
Experience pure comfort and flavor with "Chicken Salad Heaven," the perfect blend of creamy, crunchy, and sweet in every bite. This easy-to-make chicken salad recipe features tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, juicy grapes, and a sprinkle of chopped pecans for a delightful crunch. The dressing, a luscious mix of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a splash of lemon juice, adds tangy freshness while keeping it light. Finely chopped red onion and fresh parsley elevate the dish with vibrant, savory notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad can be served as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or atop a fresh bed of greens, making it an ideal option for lunches, picnics, or a quick summer dinner. Whether you're meal prepping or entertaining, "Chicken Salad Heaven" is your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing classic with a modern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 stalks (diced) Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 1 cup (halved) Grapes
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced celery, red onion, halved grapes, pecans, and parsley. Toss to combine evenly.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together to coat them evenly in the dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, in wraps, over a bed of greens, or on its own. Enjoy your Chicken Salad Heaven!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.4 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1769 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 122.2 g | 244% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 785 mg | 17% | |
*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.
