Different and Wonderful Chicken Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Elevate your lunch game with this "Different and Wonderful Chicken Salad," a harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe combines tender, shredded chicken with crisp green apples, juicy red grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted pecans for a delightful medley of textures. Fresh dill infuses the salad with a burst of herbal brightness, while a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, and zesty lemon juice ties everything together. Perfectly versatile, this chicken salad can be enjoyed chilled over a bed of fresh greens for a light, refreshing meal or tucked inside a croissant for an indulgently satisfying sandwich. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is an irresistible blend of wholesome ingredients and unique flavors that are perfect for lunches, picnics, or potlucks.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
• 1 medium Green apple (diced)
• 1 cup Red grapes (halved)
• 2 stalks Celery (diced)
• 1 cup Pecans (chopped and toasted)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (chopped)
• 1.5 cups Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Mixed greens or lettuce (optional, for serving)
• 4 pieces Crusty bread or croissants (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced green apple, halved red grapes, diced celery, chopped and toasted pecans, and fresh dill. Mix gently to evenly distribute the ingredients.

2. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. This will be your dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.

4. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of lemon juice.

5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

6. Serve the chicken salad cold over a bed of mixed greens or inside a crusty bread/croissant for a delightful sandwich option. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (404.9g)

Calories		1169
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		92.7 g	119%
	Saturated Fat	13.8 g	69%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		94 mg	31%
Sodium		1235 mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate		50.6 g	18%
	Dietary Fiber	6.5 g	23%
	Total Sugars	14.2 g
Protein		34.8 g	70%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		119 mg	9%
Iron		3.2 mg	18%
Potassium		656 mg	14%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3342 cal (71.0%%)

Protein: 555 cal (11.8%%)

Carbs: 808 cal (17.2%%)