Susan's I'll Eat It If You Make It Chicken Salad
Introducing *Susan's I'll Eat It If You Make It Chicken Salad*, a fresh and flavorful twist on a timeless classic that's guaranteed to win over even the pickiest of eaters. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken breast with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt, creating a perfectly balanced base. Crunchy diced celery, sweet red grapes, and nutty chopped pecans add delightful texture and vibrant flavor, while a touch of red onion and fresh parsley lend a pop of freshness. Finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice and perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, this versatile chicken salad is ideal for meal prep, picnics, or any occasion where you need a crowd-pleasing dish. Serve it chilled atop crisp lettuce, tucked into wraps, or piled onto your favorite sandwich bread. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe proves simplicity can be downright delicious!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 stalks (diced) Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 0.5 cup (halved) Red grapes
- 0.25 cup Chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing your ingredients: shred or dice the cooked chicken, dice the celery, finely chop the red onion, and halve the red grapes.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Add the shredded or diced chicken, diced celery, chopped red onion, halved red grapes, chopped pecans, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
Step 4
Gently fold all the ingredients together until well combined, making sure the chicken and add-ins are evenly coated in the dressing.
Step 5
Season the chicken salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as necessary.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, tucked into a wrap, or enjoy it straight from the bowl!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (131.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 252.9 |
| Total Fat 20.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 2.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1201.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.4g | |
| Protein 7.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 75.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 240.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories