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chicken salad

A refreshing and healthy chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Vegetables
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup green onions, sliced
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Use light mayonnaise for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground is preferred.

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, diced green bell pepper, and sliced green onions.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss gently until everything is well coated.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This chicken salad can be served on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

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