Make Ahead: Salad can be made up to 1 day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Customising the Flavour: Add dried cranberries, a dash of cinnamon, or chopped green onions for extra flavour.
Serving Suggestions: Serve on croissants, in lettuce wraps, or stuffed into pita bread for a fun twist.
Allergy-Friendly Options: Use dairy-free mayo and skip the nuts for allergy-friendly version.
Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.
CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES AND APPLES
This chicken salad with grapes and apples is creamy, crunchy, and slightly sweet. It’s perfect for lunch, meal prep, or potlucks—served on sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or crackers.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- ½ cup seedless red grapes halved
- 1 medium apple diced (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- ¼ cup chopped celery
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, grapes, apple, celery, and nuts if using.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Toss and Chill:
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat evenly. Chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for best flavour.
Serve:
- Serve on a bed of lettuce, in sandwiches, croissants, or with crackers.