Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans
This refreshing Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans is a perfect blend of savory chicken, sweet grapes, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a light lunch or a picnic, it’s packed with flavor and texture. Easy to make and ready in minutes, this salad is a healthy, satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
- 1 cup red grapes (halved)
- 1/2 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional for a lighter version)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey (optional for sweetness)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup celery (chopped, optional)
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill, optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, halved grapes, and chopped pecans.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly combined.
- Add the chopped celery and mix gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- For a lower-calorie version, use all Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Add more or less honey depending on your sweetness preference.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
