Chunky Chicken Salad
Perfect for a refreshing lunch or light dinner, this Chunky Chicken Salad is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors that will delight your taste buds. Tender cubes of cooked chicken breast are paired with crisp celery, sweet red grapes, zesty red onion, and the satisfying crunch of toasted slivered almonds. A creamy yet tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice ties everything together beautifully. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal brightness, while a short chill in the fridge ensures the flavors meld into a harmonious bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this protein-packed salad is incredibly versatile—serve it on greens, in sandwiches, or tucked into wraps for a healthy, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups (cubed) cooked chicken breast
- 2 stalks (chopped) celery
- 0.5 cup (diced) red onion
- 1 cup (halved) red grapes
- 0.5 cup (slivered, toasted) almonds
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (fresh, chopped) parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, diced red onion, halved red grapes, and toasted slivered almonds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the salad and fold it in for added freshness and flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the chunky chicken salad chilled on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or wrapped in lettuce or a tortilla.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.0 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 550 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 2246 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 186.4 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*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.
