Chicken Salad with Grapes (2024)

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Chicken salad with Grapes is a delicious recipe for easy meal prepped lunches, but it’s also fantastic to take on picnics and to potlucks. Chicken Salad seems to be one of those things that a baby shower just can’t be without which I’m thankful for because I’m a serious chicken salad fanatic. I like to eat it on top of’a bunch’a lettuce, in a toasty roll or scoop it up with chips, crackers, celery, or spoon. I’ll take it anyway I can!

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I make this Chicken Salad with Grapes version just lil healthier by mixing light mayo and non fat greek yogurt together. I like to add just a kiss of honey for sweetness instead of sugar. This recipe is absolutely full of amazing flavor, totally simple to make, and is totally some of the best chicken salad I’ve ever made! If you’re not a big fan of fruit in your chicken salad, I get it. I used to be that person too. Check out my original Skinny Chicken Salad it’s doesn’t have any bells or whistles, but it’s also top notch!

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This makes a great salad for lunch, a light summer supper, and takes hardly any time to mix all together. When warmer weather hits, I almost always have a dishes of chicken salad, egg salad, and/or pasta salad in the fridge for grab and eat lunches that require zero work and no heating the kitchen up. I love eating it just with some lettuce or crackers, but it also makes for the best sandwiches and wraps.

How to make Chicken Salad with Grapes

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You’ll need to prep just a few ingredients! Wash and slice red seedless grapes in half, dice celery, and grab some sliced almonds.

Toast your almonds!

Have you ever toasted almonds before? Super simple. I always grab sliced or slivered raw almonds (usually found in the baking aisle at the store) and toast them up before adding them into any recipe. Toasted almonds add a whole different level of flavor that you’ll sure appreciate when you take a bite.

Simply grab a pan and heat over medium heat. Add raw sliced or slivered almonds to the pan and shake the pan/stir almost constantly for about 3-4 minutes over medium heat. You’ll be able tell they’re toasty by the golden brown color and delicious smell.

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In a bowl stir together 1/4 cup light mayo, 1/4 cup nonfat greek yogurt, 2 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp celery salt, and 1 tbsp dried minced onion.

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Wanna know a secret to really good chicken salad? Canned chicken breast. I don’t know why, but it just always tastes so much better. I forgot how much I preferred canned chicken breast in chicken salad until I was organizing my pantry and realized I had a lot of canned chicken because we bought some before the “lockdown” started back in Illinois.

Not a fan of canned chicken breast? No problem at all. Use some homemade shredded or diced chicken. You can always grab a rotisserie chicken from the store for ease too!

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Add the celery, grapes, toasted almonds, chicken, and mayo/yogurt mixture and stir together real well.

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And we’re done! Simple and satisfying!

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I hope you enjoy, friends!

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Chicken Salad with Grapes

This Chicken Salad with grapes is so simple and delicious! The perfect recipe for healthy meal prep or a quick meal!

Prep Time10 minutes mins

“Fridge Time”20 minutes mins

Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken, chicken salad, lunch, meal prep

Yield: 4 cups

Author: Star @ the skinny-ish dish

Materials

  • 2 ½ cups chicken (chopped or shredded) (I like using canned chicken breast, but use whatever you prefer)
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup red seedless grapes quartered or halved depending on size
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds (chopped pecans work well too)
  • 1/4 cup light mayo
  • 1/4 cup non fat greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp dried minced/chopped onion (you can find this with other spices in the stores)
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp celery salt (can use regular salt if need be)
  • 1 tsp honey

Instructions

  • Toast almonds: In a nonstick pan over medium heat shake/stir sliced almonds until fragrant and light golden brown.

  • In a bowl stir together mayo, greek yogurt, honey, dried minced onion, celery salt, apple cider vinegar, and honey then add diced/shredded chicken breast, diced celery, grapes, and almonds. Make sure it's combined well. Cover and store in refrigerator for at least 25 minutes before eating to let the flavors hang out and meld together (it also softens the dried onion).

  • Enjoy chicken salad with lettuce, toasty bread, crackers, chips, or celery!

Notes

WW Points: 3
(points for 1/2 cup serving)

180 calories. 9.5g fat, 1g saturated fat, 6g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 3.5g sugar, 0g ADDED sugar, 17g protein (for one full cup)

Chicken Salad with Grapes (2024)

FAQs

How does Gordon Ramsay make chicken salad? ›

Famous LOADED Chicken Salad Ingredients : 2 Cups chicken shredded or cubed (I like rotisserie) 1 Cup celery finely chopped 1 Cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded ½ Cup crispy bacon crumbled ½ Cup sour cream ¼ Cup mayonnaise ¼ Cup yellow onion finely chopped 3 Green onions sliced Salt & Pepper to taste (about 1/4-1/2 tsp ...

What goes with a chicken salad? ›

The best sides for chicken salad include homemade croissant rolls, refrigerator pickles, seed-based keto crackers, fresh garden salads, and ripe & juicy fruit salads.

Can I eat chicken and grapes? ›

You can cut them up and toss them in a chicken salad – yes, I love that, but did you know you can also roast them? Yup, that's right…just like vegetables, roasted grapes (and other fruits) are absolutely amazing.

Can you freeze chicken salad with mayo and grapes? ›

Chicken salad ingredients, like grapes, nuts, and chicken, freeze well and don't have too many issues defrosting. But many of chicken salad's other common ingredients don't fare well in the freezer. Produce like fresh celery and onions have high water content and will become somewhat mushy once thawed from the freezer.

Is chicken salad actually healthy? ›

Is Chicken Salad Healthy? Definitely — chicken salad is full of lean proteins, minerals, and vitamins. It is low in sugar, carbs, and fiber while high in protein. Therefore, this low-calorie salad is good for your health.

What is chicken salad Chick chicken salad made of? ›

Classic Carol

All white meat, shredded chicken, finely minced celery, mayonnaise, & our secret seasoning.

How to make bland chicken salad taste better? ›

There's a lot you can do with a good basic recipe for chicken salad. Add minced fresh herbs like parsley, chives, basil, or tarragon. Add fresh grapes for juicy little bursts of flavor. Add cooked pasta to stretch the chicken salad into a larger meal.

Is it OK to eat chicken salad everyday? ›

Still, using ingredients such as mayonnaise or serving the salad on a croissant adds calories and fat. Therefore, it's best to enjoy chicken salad occasionally in moderate portions and as part of a well-rounded diet.

How good is homemade chicken salad good for? ›

It's tempting to stir up a big batch so that we can enjoy leftovers for a few days. But how long is it safe to keep chicken salad on hand? The short answer is to store chicken salad in a sealed container in the fridge or cooler for no more than four days.

What should not be eaten with grapes? ›

Milk + grapes : when eating grapes avoid milk within the same hour. The milk protein will solidify when it comes into contact with the fruit acid and vitamin C in grapes, causing Gastro intestinal pain and diarrhoea. 2. Milk + melons : Milk is a high-fat, high-protein food.

Can I give my chicken grapes? ›

Yes – in moderation. Grapes are another cracking source of vitamins A and C, as well as the vitamin B, complex, and also contain important trace elements such as copper and calcium. However, they're also eggstremely high in sugar, so make sure you only give small amounts to your girls, once a week.

Can dogs eat grapes? ›

When dogs eat grapes of any kind and in any form, they are at risk of kidney (renal) failure. All types of grapes, whether cooked, seedless, peeled, dried, or fresh, are toxic to dogs, even in small amounts. You should also avoid giving your dog any grape products such as raisins, juices, jelly, or jam.

Can I eat 4 day old chicken salad? ›

Leftovers can be kept for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. After that, the risk of food poisoning goes up. If you don't think you'll be able to eat leftovers within four days, freeze them right away. Frozen leftovers will stay safe for a long time.

How long can you keep chicken salad with mayonnaise? ›

Be extra careful with mayo-based foods, such as chicken salad or potato salad. They're only safe to eat for 3 to 4 days after they're prepared. Sour Cream – Sour cream stays fresh for 1 to 3 weeks after it's opened, but if it starts to form a pool of liquid or grow mold, it's time to throw it out.

Can I use frozen celery in chicken salad? ›

Keep in mind: You might not want to use frozen celery for anything that requires the classic crunch, such as tuna or chicken salad or for a crudité platter. Since celery is mostly water, when defrosted, the vegetable becomes limp and soggy.

Does Gordon Ramsey rinse chicken? ›

No, washing raw chicken can increase the risk of foodborne illness and spread harmful bacteria around the kitchen. Cooking chicken to the correct internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is the most effective way to kill harmful bacteria.

What does a chef salad consist of? ›

Chef salad (or chef's salad) is an American salad consisting of hard-boiled eggs, one or more varieties of meat (such as ham, turkey, chicken, or roast beef), tomatoes, cucumbers, and cheese, all placed upon a bed of tossed lettuce or other leaf vegetables.

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