Description
Delightful Chicken Salad brings Mediterranean flavors dancing across your plate with crisp greens and tender chicken. Zesty herbs and creamy dressing create a perfect harmony that refreshes your palate and satisfies your hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 453 grams)
Fresh Produce:
- 1 cup fresh celery (chopped)
- 1 cup red grapes (halved)
Seasoning and Binding:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gently poach chicken breasts in salted water until internal temperature reaches 165F (75C), approximately 15-20 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely before shredding into tender pieces.
- While chicken cools, finely dice crisp celery into uniform small pieces and carefully slice grapes into delicate halves.
- Prepare creamy dressing by whisking together smooth mayonnaise and tangy Dijon mustard. Season with subtle salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Combine shredded chicken, diced celery, and halved grapes in spacious mixing bowl. Pour prepared dressing over ingredients and fold gently to ensure even coating.
- Cover mixture and refrigerate for minimum 60 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and develop harmonious taste experience.
- Serve chilled atop fresh crisp lettuce leaves or nestled between soft sandwich bread for delightful lunch option.
Notes
- Perfectly poach chicken by using low, steady heat to keep meat tender and prevent toughening during cooking.
- Chill ingredients before mixing to maintain crisp texture and enhance flavor absorption for a more refreshing salad.
- Customize protein options by substituting chicken with turkey, tofu, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Adjust mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or avocado for lighter, healthier versions without compromising creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg