Go Back
–+ servings

Classic Chicken Salad

A refreshing and hearty chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing, perfect for sandwiches or as a light meal.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie or poached chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup celery, diced Adds crunch.
  • 1 cup grapes, halved For sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced For flavor.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard For tanginess.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt To taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper To taste.

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, and diced red onion.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine
  1. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or in a wrap.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!