Description
Discover the ultimate BEST Chicken Salad, a vibrant blend of flavors and textures that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy dish features tender chicken, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Not only is it ideal for lunch, picnics, or gatherings, but it also offers a nutritious way to enjoy leftover chicken. With its delightful combination of wholesome ingredients, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- ½ cup chopped celery
- ½ cup chopped pecans (or walnuts or sliced almonds)
- ½ cup quartered grapes
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooked chicken, celery, nuts, grapes, and red onion (if using). Stir gently until well mixed.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve the salad on bread or croissants for sandwiches, over lettuce for a lighter option, or in tortilla wraps for an easy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg