Description
Chicken Salad with Grapes is a delightful blend of savory chicken and sweet, juicy grapes that creates a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad features tender chicken, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing, offering an irresistible contrast of flavors and textures. Whether served at summer picnics or enjoyed as a quick lunch, this chicken salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups fresh red grapes, halved
- 1 cup celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by poaching in salted water for 15-20 minutes or grilling over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Allow to cool before shredding.
- While cooling, wash the grapes and chop the celery. If using walnuts, chop them roughly.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine shredded chicken, grapes, celery, and walnuts in the dressing bowl; mix gently until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Serve on plates or in lettuce leaves; garnish with additional walnuts or whole grapes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg