Description
Joann’s Chicken Salad with Grapes is a deliciously creamy and refreshing salad that combines tender chicken breast with sweet red grapes, crunchy celery, and a tangy dressing made from mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or light dinner, this salad offers a balanced blend of flavors and textures that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
- 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped or shredded cooked chicken, halved red grapes, finely chopped celery, diced red onion, and chopped nuts if you are using them. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Toss salad with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill before serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to chill properly.
- Serve: Serve the chicken salad chilled on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or alongside crackers for a tasty and satisfying meal or snack.
Notes
- You can substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt if desired for a slightly different flavor and creaminess.
- Toast the nuts before adding them to enhance their flavor and crunch.
- For a lighter version, use all Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise to reduce fat content.
