Crunchy Poppy Seed Chicken Salad

Meet your next go-to recipe for a fresh and satisfying meal—Crunchy Poppy Seed Chicken Salad! This irresistible dish combines tender shredded chicken breast, crisp diced celery, and juicy red grapes for a balance of texture and flavor that's simply unbeatable. Toasted slivered almonds add a delightful crunch, while a creamy homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, and poppy seeds ties everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Perfectly seasoned and chilled to perfection, this chicken salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy it over romaine lettuce or mixed greens for a light lunch, or turn it into hearty sandwiches or wraps. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy poppy seed chicken salad is ideal for meal prep, picnics, or family gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
• 1 cup Celery (diced)
• 1 cup Red grapes (halved)
• 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup Slivered almonds (toasted)
• 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Poppy seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce or mixed greens (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken breast, diced celery, halved red grapes, sliced green onions, and toasted slivered almonds.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Pour the poppy seed dressing over the chicken mixture in the large bowl and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 5

Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and taste to adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Serve the Crunchy Poppy Seed Chicken Salad on a bed of romaine lettuce or mixed greens, or in sandwiches, wraps, or croissants for a more filling option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1569.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3133.2

Total Fat 190.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 786.8mg	0%
Sodium 2694.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 238.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 525.5mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3476.9mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 14.1%