Chicken Salad
A creamy, crunchy chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 1/2 cup celery finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red grapes halved, optional
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Add chicken, celery, onion, grapes, and parsley to the bowl.
- Season with salt and black pepper, then fold gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Chill for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
- Serve in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or over mixed greens.
Notes
For crunch, add toasted almonds or walnuts. Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter version. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.3mg
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