Classic Chicken Salad with Grapes and Walnuts

A refreshing and crunchy American-style chicken salad balancing savory shredded chicken with sweet grapes and toasted walnuts in a creamy herb dressing.

45 min total Base: 2 servings 420 cal total

Submitted by Mystery Chef AI

Ingredients

Adjust Servings2 servings

1Base: 2 servings16

Fixed ingredients: Cooked chicken breast, shredded, Mayonnaise, Lemon juice — quantities stay the same regardless of serving count.

Cooked chicken breast, shredded

2 cups(fixed)

Red seedless grapes, halved

0.5 cup

Walnuts, toasted and chopped

0.33 cup

Mayonnaise

0.33 cup(fixed)

Celery, finely diced

0.25 cup

Fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon

Lemon juice

1 teaspoon(fixed)

Salt and black pepper

1 pinch

Instructions

Place the shredded chicken in a large mixing bowl.

Add the halved red grapes, chopped walnuts, and diced celery to the bowl.

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.

Season the dressing mixture lightly with salt and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture.

Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula until everything is evenly coated.

Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice if necessary.

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled on a bed of greens or inside a croissant or toasted bread.

💡 Chef's Tip

Toasting the walnuts in a dry pan for 3-5 minutes significantly enhances their flavor and crunch. For the best consistency, use chicken breast that has been poached and shredded or high-quality store-bought rotisserie chicken. Avoid over-mixing to keep the chicken texture intact.

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