Erica's Chicken Salad

Erica's Chicken Salad is the ultimate twist on a classic, blending tender poached chicken with a creamy dressing that's both tangy and light. Featuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures, each bite is packed with crisp celery, sweet seedless grapes, crunchy toasted almonds, and a hint of zesty Dijon mustard. The combination of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt creates a luscious base that's irresistibly smooth yet delightfully refreshing. Serve this easy-to-make chicken salad on flaky croissants, crisp romaine leaves, or your favorite artisan bread for a meal that's versatile, wholesome, and undeniably delicious. Whether you're prepping for lunch or hosting a light summer gathering, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 stalks Celery, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds, toasted
• 1 cup Seedless grapes, halved
• 4 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
• 4 pieces Croissants or sandwich bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a medium pot with water and add the chicken breasts. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Once cool, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks or chop it into small cubes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Add the shredded or cubed chicken, celery, red onion, parsley, sliced almonds, and grapes to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Serve chilled on a bed of romaine lettuce leaves, as a filling for croissants or sandwiches, or enjoy it on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1032.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2715.9

Total Fat 163.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 535.4mg	0%
Sodium 2107.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 136.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 291.3mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1875.5mg	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: 54.5%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 25.3%