Delightful Chicken Salad Chick Grape Salad
Indulge in the refreshing and vibrant flavors of Chicken Salad Chick Grape Salad. This delightful dish features tender shredded chicken, sweet grapes, crunchy pecans, and a creamy dressing that makes every bite a celebration. Perfect for picnics, brunches, or light dinners, this salad is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery stalks, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breasts by poaching them in boiling water for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, chopped celery, grapes, and pecans to the bowl. Gently fold together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve on plates or in sandwich rolls with optional garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider adding walnuts or sunflower seeds. Replace grapes with diced apples for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.