Chicken Salad Chick Recipe
Summary: This Classic American Chicken Salad combines tender poached chicken with crisp celery, sweet grapes, and a creamy dressing for a perfect balance of flavors. Enjoy this refreshing salad on its own or as a hearty sandwich filling.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Chopping board
- Kitchen knife
- Poaching pot
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of chicken breast boneless and skinless
- 1 cup of celery finely chopped
- 1 cup of red grapes halved
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, cover the chicken breasts with water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from water, let cool, and then shred.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, and halved grapes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- For the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir to combine thoroughly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve the chicken salad garnished with fresh dill.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little spice if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 250gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 370mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.8mg
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