Easy Chicken Salad Recipe
This Easy Chicken Salad is a quick and delicious dish perfect for lunch or as a picnic side. Packed with protein and fresh ingredients, it's wonderfully versatile and can be customized to your taste.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 cookware for poaching or roasting chicken
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced About 2 medium-sized breasts.
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise Can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lower-calorie option.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1/4 cup almonds or walnuts, chopped Optional for added texture.
- Lettuce leaves For serving, optional.
Instructions
- If you haven't cooked the chicken yet, poach or roast 2 medium-sized chicken breasts until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 75°C). Allow them to cool, and then shred or dice the chicken.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced celery, and halved grapes.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until all ingredients are well coated.
- If using, fold in the chopped almonds or walnuts for added texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich, if desired.
Notes
You can customize this salad by adding ingredients like chopped apples, dried cranberries, or sliced bell peppers.
For a lower-calorie option, you can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
This chicken salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.