Fruit Nut Chicken Salad
Brighten up your lunch or dinner spread with this vibrant and wholesome Fruit Nut Chicken Salad! This easy, no-cook recipe combines tender shredded chicken breast with bursts of natural sweetness from red seedless grapes and crisp diced apples, complemented by the crunch of celery, walnuts, and optional almonds. Tossed in a creamy yet light dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this salad achieves the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile dish that can be served chilled over mixed greens for a healthy meal, as a sandwich filling, or even on its own as a satisfying snack. Whether you’re meal prepping or hosting a brunch, this chicken salad is a refreshing and delicious choice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or diced) cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup (halved) red seedless grapes
- 1 medium (diced) apple (crisp variety like Honeycrisp or Gala)
- 1 cup (sliced thin) celery
- 0.5 cup (chopped) walnuts
- 0.25 cup (sliced or slivered) almonds (optional)
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon (freshly squeezed) lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups (for serving, optional) mixed greens or lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, halved red grapes, diced apple, sliced celery, chopped walnuts, and sliced almonds (if using). Toss gently to combine.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but recommended for best taste.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. For a light and refreshing presentation, serve on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce leaves. Alternatively, enjoy the salad on its own or as a sandwich filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.2 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 417 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 1293 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.1 g | ||
| Protein | 136.0 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1400 mg | 30% | |
*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.
