Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick is a delightful, creamy dish bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken, crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and a zesty dressing that will have everyone asking for seconds. Ideal for picnics or casual gatherings, this chicken salad is versatile enough to be enjoyed on sandwiches, crackers, or simply by itself.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup halved red grapes
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup chopped almonds or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook the chicken breasts for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken cool slightly before shredding it into bite-sized pieces with two forks.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped celery, halved grapes, and nuts if using; mix gently.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg