Easy Wholesome Chicken Salad 🥗
This easy and wholesome chicken salad recipe is packed with tender shredded chicken, sweet red grapes, and crisp celery, all brought together with a creamy Dijon dill dressing. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or light meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds tender shredded cooked chicken
- 1 1/2 cups sweet red grapes halved
- 1/2 cup crisp diced celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (optional, for extra crunch)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions
Creamy Dressing
- 1 cup creamy mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (add more if you like it tangier!)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to your preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to your preference)
Instructions
- 1. Gather & Mix: In a large bowl, combine your pre-cooked shredded chicken, sweet grapes, crunchy celery, optional pecans, fresh dill, and green onions.
- 2. Whip Up the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- 3. Combine & Coat: Gently pour the delicious dressing over the chicken mixture. Stir everything well until all the ingredients are beautifully coated.
- 4. Taste & Serve: Give it a quick taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed to match your preference. Enjoy right away for immediate freshness, or pop it in the fridge for 30-60 minutes to let the flavors deepen and mingle perfectly!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 364
Total Carbs: 5.7g
Net Carbs: 5.2g
Fats: 27.8g
Protein: 21.6g Feel free to adjust seasonings to taste. For best flavor, let the chicken salad chill in the fridge for 30-60 minutes before serving.
Calories: 364
Total Carbs: 5.7g
Net Carbs: 5.2g
Fats: 27.8g
Protein: 21.6g Feel free to adjust seasonings to taste. For best flavor, let the chicken salad chill in the fridge for 30-60 minutes before serving.
