Description

This Chicken Salad Chick Chicken Salad is a creamy, crunchy, and flavorful chicken salad made with shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, celery, red grapes, and toasted almonds. It is a refreshing and versatile dish perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on its own. The salad is chilled to allow the flavors to meld, offering a delightful blend of tangy, savory, and sweet notes.

Ingredients

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Chicken Salad Chick Chicken Salad Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup red grapes, halved
1/4 cup toasted almonds, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the shredded cooked chicken with mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder until all the ingredients are well incorporated, creating a creamy and flavorful base.
Add Crunch and Sweetness: Stir in the chopped celery, halved red grapes, and toasted almonds gently to add texture and a balanced sweet and nutty flavor to the chicken salad.
Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning according to your preference for optimal flavor.
Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 1 hour. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld and develop fully, enhancing the taste experience.
Serve: Serve the chicken salad chilled or at room temperature. It can be enjoyed on its own, as a sandwich filling, or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a lighter option.

Notes

For best results, use freshly cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken shredded by hand.
You can substitute toasted almonds with walnuts or pecans for a different nutty flavor.
Adjust mayonnaise and Greek yogurt ratios to achieve your preferred creaminess and tanginess.
Chilling the salad is essential as it improves the flavor by letting it meld together.
Serve with bread, crackers, or in a wrap for versatile meal options.