Gorgonzola Chicken Salad Fred Meyer Deli Copycat
Elevate your lunch game with this creamy and tangy Gorgonzola Chicken Salad, a spot-on copycat of the Fred Meyer deli favorite! This delightful salad combines tender shredded chicken with the rich, bold flavor of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, balanced perfectly with the crunch of celery and toasted walnuts, the sweetness of juicy red grapes, and the zesty tang of lemon juice. A creamy dressing made from a mix of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt ties it all together, delivering a lighter yet satisfying texture. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile recipe can be served as a sandwich filling, wrapped in a tortilla, or atop a fresh bed of greens. Perfect for a quick weekday lunch or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, this Gorgonzola Chicken Salad will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Celery, finely diced
- 1 cup Red grapes, halved
- 2 stalks Green onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped and toasted
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or chopped cooked chicken breast, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, diced celery, halved red grapes, thinly sliced green onion, and toasted walnuts.
Step 2
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
Step 4
4. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired.
Step 5
5. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
6. Serve the Gorgonzola Chicken Salad as a sandwich filling, in a wrap, or over a bed of fresh greens. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1505.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3478.0 |
| Total Fat 221.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 941.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5307.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.3g | |
| Protein 284.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 51.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1555.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3163.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories