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Creamy Homemade Chicken Salad

A creamy and refreshing chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, lunches, or potluck gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • ½ cup celery chopped
  • ½ cup red grapes halved
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Method
 

  1. Dice or shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop celery, grapes, and onion evenly.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
  4. Combine chicken and vegetables in a bowl.
  5. Add dressing, mix gently, and chill before serving.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken works well for this recipe
• Greek yogurt can replace mayonnaise for a lighter version
• Chill before serving for better flavor
• Add nuts just before serving for crunch