Chicken Salad
A classic dish, chicken salad combines hearty chicken with sweet grapes and apples, making it a refreshing option for lunch or dinner, perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (or to taste)
For the Salad
- 4 cups chicken, cooked and diced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, cut in half or quartered
- 1 cup red apple, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped (about 2 stalks)
- 1 cup pecans, walnuts, or almonds, chopped or sliced
For Serving
- Bread, croissants, lettuce cups, pita bread, or crackers For serving options
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cooked chicken, grapes, apple, celery, and nuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir together, making sure the dressing is evenly distributed.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
Serving
- Serve the chicken salad in sandwiches on bread or croissants, or as a meal in lettuce cups.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Give it a good stir before serving if it has been sitting for a while, as the dressing may settle. Choose cooked chicken breast for a leaner option or use rotisserie chicken for a quicker fix.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 24gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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