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chicken salad

A refreshing and protein-packed chicken salad perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup red grapes halved
  • 1 cup green onions sliced
  • 1 cup mixed greens for serving
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, and sliced green onions.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Serve the chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This chicken salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve it in a sandwich or on crackers for a different twist.

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