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Classic Chicken Salad

A refreshing and hearty chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Salad Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup celery, diced Adds crunch.
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved For sweetness.
  • ½ cup red onion, diced For flavor.
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard For tanginess.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • ½ teaspoon salt To taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper To taste.

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, and diced red onion.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well combined.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This chicken salad can be served on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

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