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Chicken Salad with Grapes Recipe

A creamy, crunchy chicken salad with sweet grapes and tart cranberries for an easy make-ahead lunch or sandwich filling.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked chicken, chopped
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 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
  • celery leaves, chopped optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Place the chopped cooked chicken in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the chopped celery, halved grapes, dried cranberries, and chopped roasted pecans to the bowl.
  3. Stir in the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), then add kosher salt and ground black pepper.
  4. Fold everything together until just combined; if using, stir in the chopped celery leaves.
  5. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt to lighten the recipe.
  • The salad keeps well in the refrigerator for 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 the outdoor temperature is above 90°F, limit room time to one hour.