Teacher's Chicken Salad

Perfect for busy weekdays or a light, flavorful lunch, Teacher's Chicken Salad is a delightful medley of textures and tastes that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep. Featuring tender diced chicken breast, crisp celery, juicy red grapes, and toasted almonds, this recipe balances savory and sweet with every bite. The creamy dressing—made with a blend of mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a splash of fresh lemon juice—adds a zesty touch that ties the ingredients together beautifully. Serve it chilled over a bed of mixed greens for a refreshing salad, or get creative by using it as a sandwich filling or stuffing for avocado halves. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a casual gathering, this irresistible chicken salad is sure to become a go-to recipe. Keywords: chicken salad recipe, healthy chicken salad, quick lunch ideas, easy chicken recipes, refreshing salads.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
• 1 cup Red grapes, halved
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds, toasted
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 4 cups Mixed greens or romaine lettuce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, halved red grapes, sliced green onions, and toasted almonds. Stir gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 2

In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and fold gently until all ingredients are well-coated in the dressing.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Serve a generous scoop of the chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens or romaine lettuce for a light and refreshing meal. Alternatively, use it as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or stuffed into an avocado half for a creative twist.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1174.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2210.2

Total Fat 137.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 539.6mg	0%
Sodium 2213.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 164.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 415.2mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2661.9mg	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: 56.0%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 14.1%