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Whole30 Chicken Salad

A light, Whole30-friendly chicken salad with creamy mayo, crisp celery, fresh grapes, and bright lemon.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup chicken stock
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 4 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup Whole30 mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons celery thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard make sure it's Whole30-approved
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 cup red seedless grapes thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • strainer or colander
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. In a medium pot, combine the chicken stock and water and bring to a boil.
  2. Add the chicken breast to the boiling liquid, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook until no longer pink inside, about 10–12 minutes.
  3. Drain the chicken and let it cool slightly, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Whole30 mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and dried dill until smooth.
  5. Add the sliced celery to the dressing and stir to combine.
  6. Fold the shredded chicken and sliced grapes into the dressed celery mixture until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.

Notes

  • Use Whole30-compliant mayonnaise and mustard.
  • Grapes add sweetness; slice thinly for even distribution.
  • Adjust salt to taste.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for a couple of days.