Description
This Super Yummy Chicken Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish combining tender cooked chicken, sweet grapes, crunchy celery, and roasted cashews tossed in a tangy Greek yogurt and mayo-based dressing. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served as a cold salad. The blend of savory and sweet elements makes it a refreshing and satisfying meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% milkfat or higher)
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons sugar (or honey, to taste)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salad Mix-ins
- 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, cubed or diced (rotisserie chicken breast recommended)
- 1 1/2 cups red grapes, sliced
- 1 cup finely diced celery (about 2-3 stalks)
- 1 cup roasted cashew halves and pieces
Seasonings
- Any extra seasonings like dried herbs, fresh herbs, salt, pepper (recommended: dried chives, white pepper)
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayo, Dijon mustard, sugar, kosher salt, onion powder, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined. Adjust the taste so the dressing is slightly salty and concentrated, as it will be mixed with the other ingredients.
- Toss the Mix-ins: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chicken, sliced red grapes, finely diced celery, and roasted cashews. Pour in as much of the dressing as you prefer and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season to Taste: Taste the salad and adjust seasonings as desired. Stir in additional seasonings such as freeze-dried chives and white pepper to add more flavor and zest.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the chicken salad cold. It is delicious on a whole wheat wrap, lettuce leaves, sandwiches, toast, or simply with crackers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
- The salad is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For a healthier twist, you can substitute mayo with additional Greek yogurt.
- Add extra herbs or spices, such as fresh parsley or dill, to customize flavors.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves preparation time and adds great flavor.
- Honey can be used instead of sugar for a natural sweetener alternative.
