Ingredients
Chicken Salad
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
- 1 cup red or green grapes, halved
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup finely diced celery
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Creamy Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1–2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Method
- Prepare the chicken: Use fully cooked chicken and shred or chop it into small pieces.
- Prepare the additions: Halve the grapes and chop the celery, onion, parsley and pecans.
- Make the dressing: Whisk mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper and salt until smooth.
- Combine: Add chicken, grapes, cranberries, pecans, celery, onion and parsley to a large bowl.
- Add dressing: Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so the flavors develop.
- Serve: Serve chilled in lettuce cups, on sandwiches, with crackers, or simply as a salad.
Nut & Allergen Information
Contains:
- Pecans — tree nut
- May contain egg from mayonnaise
- Dairy from Greek yogurt
Peanuts: Not required.
For a nut-free version, replace the pecans with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds, provided they are suitable for your dietary needs.
Approximate Nutrition
Per serving:
- Calories: ~400–450 kcal
- Protein: ~28–32 g
- Carbohydrates: ~25–30 g
- Fat: ~24–28 g
- Fiber: ~2–3 g
Nutrition varies depending on the chicken, mayonnaise, yogurt and pecans used.
Q&A
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes. Remove the skin and bones, then shred the meat.
Can I use apples instead of grapes?
Yes. Diced apples make a good crunchy alternative.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container and use within 3–4 days.
Can I make it without mayonnaise?
Yes. Increase the Greek yogurt and add a little extra lemon juice for a lighter dressing.
Can I freeze chicken salad?
It is not recommended because the creamy dressing and grapes can change texture after freezing.