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Chicken Salad With Grapes And Apples

Chicken Salad with Grapes and Apples is amazing, with sweet flavor and crunchy texture. This is the best chicken salad sandwich recipe!
Author: Donna Elick
Servings: 4 -6
Prep Time15 minutes
chill time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cooked chicken diced (about 3 cups)
  • 4 ounces seedless grapes about ¾ cup, halved
  • 1 medium Gala apple chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 celery stalks finely diced (about ½ cup)
  • 1/4 small red onion finely diced (about ¼ cup)
  • 1/2 cup pecans chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • COMBINE SALAD BASE: In a large mixing bowl, add 3 cups diced chicken, ¾ cup halved grapes, 1 chopped Gala apple, ½ cup chopped celery, ½ cup chopped pecans, and ¼ cup diced red onion. Toss gently to combine.
  • MAKE DRESSING: In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  • MIX: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
  • CHILL: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • SERVE: Stir once before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Make-Ahead: This salad can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving to redistribute the dressing.
Texture Tip: If the dressing thickens after chilling, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or a splash of milk to loosen.
Shortcut: Rotisserie chicken works beautifully and saves time.
Flavor Boost: Toasting the pecans adds deeper flavor and extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 571cal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 579mg | Sugar: 11g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg