Not Your Every Day Chicken Salad Chicken Salad

Discover a tantalizing twist on a classic favorite with "Not Your Every Day Chicken Salad Chicken Salad," a vibrant and flavorful dish that redefines the ordinary. This recipe combines tender chicken breast with a rich, creamy dressing made from a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. The addition of red grapes, toasted slivered almonds, crisp celery, and green onions adds irresistible texture and bursts of flavor, while fresh parsley brightens every bite. Perfect for busy days, this quick and easy chicken salad comes together in just 15 minutes and can be served chilled as a refreshing meal. Enjoy it over greens, in a sandwich, or wrapped in a tortilla for a satisfying lunch or light dinner. With its creative mix of ingredients, this salad is bound to become a go-to recipe for anyone seeking a healthy and delicious twist on tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup red grapes, halved
• 0.5 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by shredding or dicing the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chicken and stir until the chicken is fully coated.

Step 4

Add the diced celery, sliced green onions, halved red grapes, toasted slivered almonds, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the chicken. Gently fold everything together to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled on its own, over salad greens, in a sandwich, or wrapped in a tortilla. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1307.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3298.7

Total Fat 228.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 669.4mg	0%
Sodium 2937.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 48.7g
Protein 189.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 390.3mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1242.4mg	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: 62.7%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 14.2%