The Best Tasting Chicken Salad Ever
Discover the ultimate crowd-pleaser with "The Best Tasting Chicken Salad Ever"—a refreshing and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. This quick, 20-minute recipe balances tender chicken breast with creamy mayonnaise and protein-packed Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangy base. Delightful textures come alive with crisp celery, sweet green apple, juicy grapes, and the crunch of toasted almonds, while fresh herbs like parsley and dill brighten every bite. A touch of lemon juice adds a zesty finish, making this chicken salad perfect as a sandwich filling, wrap, salad topper, or a stand-alone dish. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or cubed) Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 stalks (diced) Celery
- 0.25 cups (finely chopped) Red onion
- 0.5 (diced) Green apple
- 0.5 cups (halved) Grapes
- 0.25 cups (sliced and toasted) Almonds
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded or cubed cooked chicken breast.
Step 2
Add the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt to the bowl. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
Step 3
Fold in the diced celery, chopped red onion, diced green apple, halved grapes, and toasted sliced almonds.
Step 4
Sprinkle the chopped parsley and dill over the mixture.
Step 5
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and balance the flavors.
Step 6
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve chilled on bread, in a wrap, over a bed of greens, or enjoy it on its own!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (833.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1837.0 |
| Total Fat 117.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 406.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1769.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.4g | |
| Protein 123.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 221.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 520.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories