Rich Chicken Salad

Creamy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Rich Chicken Salad is a timeless recipe perfect for lunches, picnics, or light dinners. Made with tender chunks of cooked chicken breast, crunchy celery, and a pop of sweetness from juicy halved grapes, this salad is elevated with the addition of slivered almonds for a delightful crunch and a tangy dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, and lemon juice. Fresh parsley adds a subtle herby note, while the seasoning ties everything together in harmonious balance. Serve it chilled on sandwich bread, in wraps, or over a bed of greens for a versatile dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this easy chicken salad recipe is your go-to for quick, flavorful meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked chicken breast
• 0.5 cups mayonnaise
• 0.25 cups sour cream
• 2 stalks celery
• 0.5 cups red onion
• 1 cups grapes (halved)
• 0.5 cups slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Chop the celery into small pieces and finely dice the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3

Add the halved grapes and slivered almonds to the bowl.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the salad and mix lightly for a fresh, herby flavor.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Step 9

Serve on sandwich bread, in a wrap, or on top of a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1068.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2396.6

Total Fat 150.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 576.5mg	0%
Sodium 1921.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 184.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 333.6mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1057.8mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 13.1%