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Easy Chicken Salad Recipe

A quick and delicious chicken salad perfect for lunch or a light dinner, packed with flavor and nutrients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup celery, diced Adds crunch.
  • 1 cup grapes, halved Can substitute with apples.
  • 1/2 cup almonds, sliced Optional for added texture.
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Dijon or yellow.
  • 1 tablespoon honey For sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, and sliced almonds.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, honey, and lemon juice until smooth.
Combine Salad and Dressing
  1. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be served on its own, in a sandwich, or on a bed of greens.

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