Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make chicken salad featuring tender chicken breast, juicy grapes, crunchy walnuts, and a creamy yogurt-mayonnaise dressing, perfect for a light lunch or a picnic dish.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cooked and diced (or shredded)
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3 sprigs thyme, chopped
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Begin by prepping the cooked chicken breast. You can bake, air fry, sous vide, or use store-bought rotisserie chicken. Once cooked, cut the chicken into small cubes or shred it according to your preference.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced chicken, finely diced red onion, chopped celery, and halved grapes. Mix them together thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are well distributed.
- Make the Dressing: Add mayonnaise and plain yogurt to the bowl with the chicken mixture. Stir until all the chicken and other ingredients are evenly coated in the creamy dressing.
- Add Crunch and Seasoning: Fold in the chopped walnuts and chopped thyme. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed to balance flavors.
- Serve or Chill: Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately. Alternatively, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes if you prefer it chilled and flavors melded.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness if desired.
- Serve on a bed of leafy greens or with crusty bread for a fuller meal.
