Frickin Good Chicken Salad
This Frickin Good Chicken Salad is the ultimate twist on a classic, combining tender shredded chicken with the crunch of celery, toasted slivered almonds, and the sweet juiciness of red grapes. A creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey adds a luscious balance of flavors, perfectly complemented by a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy chicken salad recipe is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or effortless picnic fare. Serve it chilled on its own, over crisp greens, or tucked into sandwiches and wraps for a versatile dish that’s guaranteed to impress. Your go-to recipe for a refreshingly crunchy, creamy, and protein-packed chicken salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
- 1 cup Celery, diced
- 1 cup Red grapes, halved
- 3 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or cubed chicken, diced celery, halved red grapes, sliced green onions, and toasted slivered almonds. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, 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.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
If desired, fold in freshly chopped parsley for added color and flavor.
Refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled on its own, over a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or as a wrap filling. Enjoy your frickin good chicken salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.5 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 525 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 2111 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 163.9 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2665 mg | 57% | |
*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.
