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Fresh Chicken Salad with Grapes

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A quick and easy chicken salad combining tender chicken, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted nuts with a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for light meals, picnics, or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (about 10.5 oz or 300g)
  • 1 cup seedless grapes, halved (about 5.3 oz or 150g)
  • 2 medium celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise (about 2.7 fl oz or 80ml)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (about 2 fl oz or 60ml)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about 0.5 fl oz or 15ml)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (about 0.17 fl oz or 5ml)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted (about 1 oz or 30g)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, poach or roast boneless, skinless chicken breasts until cooked through (about 15 minutes poaching or 20-25 minutes roasting at 375°F/190°C). Let cool, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Toast the nuts: Place walnuts or pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Prepare the produce: Wash grapes thoroughly, then slice them in half. Chop celery finely. Chop herbs if using.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Combine the salad: In a mixing bowl, gently toss together chicken, grapes, celery, and chopped herbs. Pour the dressing over and fold carefully to coat without mashing the grapes.
  6. Add the nuts: Sprinkle toasted nuts on top or fold them in last-minute to keep their crunch.
  7. Chill (optional): Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Toast nuts for best flavor and texture. Keep grapes halved to preserve their juicy burst. Fold salad gently to avoid crushing grapes. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Use cold chicken for easier handling. Add nuts just before serving to keep crunch. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with dairy-free alternatives.

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Keywords: chicken salad, grapes, healthy meals, quick recipe, easy chicken salad, creamy dressing, summer salad, picnic food

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