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Ultimate Chicken Salad

ChickenClassicColdCreamyCrunchyDiner-StyleFruitHealthyIndependence DayKid-FriendlyLow-CarbLow-CostLunchMeal PrepParty FoodPotluckPrep-AheadQuickSpringStove-TopSummerSweet
Time :25 minutes
Yield :6 servings
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The Scoop

This is the chicken salad that refuses to be boring.
Juicy chicken meets sweet grapes, crunchy celery, fresh herbs, and a creamy Dijon dressing for a lunch that hits every texture and flavor note.
Pile it onto bread, scoop it into lettuce cups, or eat it straight from the bowl; we won't judge.
Hack it:
Make it lighter: Swap half the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt, sour cream, or mashed avocado for a fresher, tangier dressing.
Go extra crunchy: Add toasted almonds, pecans, walnuts, or sunflower seeds just before serving.
Switch up the fruit: Try diced apple, dried cranberries, pear, or halved cherries instead of grapes.
Let it hang out: If you have the time, refrigerate the salad for 20–30 minutes before serving. The flavors get noticeably better once they've had a chance to mingle.
Leftovers:
The Ultimate Sandwich: Pile onto a toasted croissant or sourdough with lettuce and tomato for an easy lunch.
Chicken Salad Wraps: Roll into a tortilla with spinach, cucumber, and avocado.
Crunchy Lettuce Cups: Spoon into crisp lettuce leaves and top with toasted nuts and extra herbs.
Chicken Salad Melts: Spread onto bread, top with cheddar or Swiss, and toast until the cheese is gloriously melted.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts, cooked and chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup red grapes, quartered
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tarragon, chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste

Directions

  • Add the chicken, the celery, the green onions, the grapes, the parsley, and the tarragon to a large bowl.
  • Add the mayonnaise, the Dijon mustard, and the lemon juice and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Season with the salt and the pepper.
  • Serve immediately.
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