Chicken Salad with Grapes and Celery

Chicken Salad with Grapes and Celery

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds or chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lettuce leaves or croissants (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • If you don’t have pre-cooked chicken, you can poach or roast chicken breasts and then shred or dice them once they’ve cooled.
2. Mix the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
3. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, halved grapes, diced celery, red onion, and sliced almonds or walnuts (if using).
4. Add the Dressing:
   • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
5. Chill:
   • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with croissants.

This chicken salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a filling for sandwiches. The combination of the sweet grapes, crunchy celery, and creamy dressing makes it a delicious and refreshing dish. Enjoy!