Description
This Arlington chicken salad recipe is a simple, flavorful dish perfect for lunches, family dinners, or even meal prep. It combines tender chicken, crisp celery, juicy grapes, and a creamy dressing for a balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- ½ cup red grapes (halved)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, chopped)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Dice celery, halve grapes, and shred or cube the cooked chicken. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a smaller bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently fold to coat everything evenly.
- Taste & Adjust: Adjust salt, pepper, or mustard to your liking.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for 20–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Enjoy it on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a lighter version, replace mayonnaise with more Greek yogurt.
- Add crunch with walnuts if pecans aren’t available.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Cuisine: American