Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick is a delightful blend of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy dressing that wraps you in warmth and satisfaction. Perfect for picnics, lunches, or casual dinners, this vibrant dish can be served on bread, crackers, or as refreshing lettuce wraps. With its enticing flavors and textures, it’s no wonder it leaves everyone asking for the recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup fresh celery, chopped
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves for serving
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the chicken: Boil water in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 15-20 minutes until no longer pink.
- 2. Shred the chicken: Remove from water and let cool slightly before shredding with forks.
- 3. Mix the dressing: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- 4. Combine ingredients: Add shredded chicken, celery, and grapes to the dressing; gently fold until coated.
- 5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 6. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg