Description
Chicken Salad with Grapes is a delightful blend of juicy chicken, sweet grapes, and crunchy celery, creating a refreshing dish perfect for picnics or quick lunches. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory and sweet flavors, making it an unforgettable culinary experience. Serve it chilled for a satisfying bite that will impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups fresh green grapes, halved
- 1 cup celery stalks, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by poaching in salted simmering water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before chopping.
- While the chicken cools, prepare the grapes and chop the celery into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add chopped chicken, grapes, celery, and optional walnuts to the dressing. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg