Cool Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch game with this refreshing and flavorful Cool Chicken Salad! Combining tender bites of cooked chicken breast with the crisp crunch of celery, the subtle sweetness of red grapes, and the satisfying nuttiness of slivered almonds, this salad strikes the perfect balance of textures and flavors. A creamy dressing made with a tangy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and fresh lemon juice ties everything together beautifully, while a sprinkle of parsley adds a burst of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for meal prep and can be served as a sandwich filling, in lettuce wraps, or over a vibrant salad. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this chilled chicken salad is sure to become a favorite go-to recipe! Perfect for keywords like "chicken salad recipe," "healthy lunch ideas," and "easy meal prep."

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 2 stalks Celery
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 1 cup Grapes (halved)
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Dice the cooked chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery and red onion, and add them to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3

Add the halved grapes, slivered almonds, and chopped parsley to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the Cool Chicken Salad chilled as a sandwich filling, in lettuce wraps, or on a bed of fresh greens for a light and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1823.9

Total Fat 117.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 410.5mg	0%
Sodium 2949.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 126.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232.6mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 842.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 14.6%