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Best Ever Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Best Ever Chicken Salad features tender shredded chicken combined with crisp celery, sweet grapes, toasted pecans, and a creamy tangy dressing, chilled to meld the flavors perfectly.

Ingredients

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Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Romaine lettuce or mixed greens (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Mix the Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, halved grapes, toasted pecans, and finely chopped red onion. This creates a delicious mix of textures and flavors.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and sugar until you have a smooth, creamy dressing. This dressing adds tang and a touch of sweetness to your salad.
  3. Combine and Season: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently stir everything until the ingredients are evenly coated. Then, add salt and black pepper to your taste, mixing well again.
  4. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to give the flavors time to blend. When ready, serve the chicken salad over a bed of romaine lettuce or mixed greens, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes allows flavors to blend beautifully.