Whole30 Classic Homemade Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Whole30 Classic Homemade Chicken Salad—a deliciously healthy twist on a timeless favorite! Tender, oven-baked chicken breasts are shredded and tossed with crisp celery, sweet halved grapes, zesty red onion, and fresh dill for a perfect blend of textures and flavors. Bound together with creamy Whole30-compliant mayonnaise and a bright splash of lemon juice, this protein-packed chicken salad is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Serve it on crunchy romaine lettuce leaves for a light yet filling meal that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-approved. Ready in under an hour, this easy chicken salad recipe is your go-to for meal prepping, picnics, or a quick Whole30-approved lunch!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup grapes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 4 leaves romaine lettuce leaves
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, and season them with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 4
Let the chicken cool for a few minutes, then shred it using two forks or chop it into cubes.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, Whole30-compliant mayonnaise, lemon juice, grapes, and fresh dill.
Step 6
Mix all the ingredients until they are well combined and the chicken is thoroughly coated.
Step 7
Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste if necessary.
Step 8
Serve the chicken salad on romaine lettuce leaves or enjoy just as it is, depending on your preference.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (801.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1598.8 |
| Total Fat 113.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 374.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3362.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.1g | |
| Protein 110.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 130.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1553.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories