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Classic Chicken Salad

A delightful and versatile chicken salad recipe that combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy dressing, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken by boiling, roasting, or grilling until fully cooked and tender. Let it cool, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop the celery and halve the red grapes. If using green onions, slice them thinly.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced chicken, chopped celery, and halved grapes. Pour the dressing over and stir gently to coat. Fold in walnuts and green onions if using.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 25gSodium: 400mg

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