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Chicken Salad with Grapes Recipe

A creamy, crunchy chicken salad with sweet grapes and pecans for a quick, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked, chopped chicken
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup roasted pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • chopped celery leaves (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Add the chopped cooked chicken to a large mixing bowl.
  • Stir in the chopped celery, halved grapes, dried cranberries, and chopped roasted pecans.
  • Add the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), kosher salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl.
  • If using, add the chopped celery leaves.
  • Gently stir until the ingredients are just combined and evenly coated.
  • Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • To lighten the salad, substitute plain Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
  • This salad keeps in the refrigerator up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Do not leave the salad at room temperature for more than two hours for food safety.
  • If ambient temperature is above 90°F (32°C), the safe time reduces to one hour.