Description

This Chicken Salad Chick Chicken Salad is a creamy, flavorful dish combining shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and aromatic spices. Enhanced with crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and toasted almonds, it offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for quick lunches or light dinners, it’s easy to prepare and can be served chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

Chicken Salad Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup red grapes, halved
1/4 cup toasted almonds, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine the base ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder until well blended to form the creamy base.
Add the mix-ins: Stir in the chopped celery, halved red grapes, and chopped toasted almonds to add crunch and sweetness, distributing them evenly throughout the salad.
Season the salad: Add salt and pepper according to your taste preferences, ensuring the seasoning enhances the overall flavor.
Chill to meld flavors: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This resting time allows the ingredients to combine and the flavors to deepen.
Serve: Once chilled, serve the chicken salad cold or at room temperature, perfect on its own or with bread, crackers, or greens.

Notes

For best texture, use cooked chicken that is shredded finely.
You can substitute toasted almonds with walnuts or pecans for different nutty flavors.
If preferred, adjust mayonnaise and Greek yogurt quantities for creaminess and tanginess to taste.
To keep the salad fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days.
For a gluten-free option, ensure all mustard and mayonnaise used are gluten-free certified.