Best Chicken Salad Recipe
This easy chicken salad comes together in just 20 minutes. There are endless possiblities of add-ons and toppings and many ways serve this classic dish!
Servings: 8
Calories: 316kcal
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl
- Large spoon
- Fork
Ingredients
- 4 cup cooked and shredded chicken cooled completely
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup grapes chopped into quarters
- ¾ cup diced apples
- ¼ cup chopped or sliced almonds optional
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 dash curry powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions optional garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, curry powder and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and sugar has dissolved. Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired.
- In a separate large bowl, add the shredded chicken, grapes, apples. Pour the dressing over and gently fold until everything is lightly coated. Season with salt if needed.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Use a large spoon to toss it all until the chicken is thoroughly covered and completely coated. Taste it to make sure it is well seasoned. If not, season with salt.
- Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld. The flavors will be even better if you let the chicken salad refrigerate overnight.
- Garnish with chopped green onions (optional). Serve chilled on bread, in lettuce wraps, over greens, or with crackers.
Notes
- Makes 6-8 servings.
- Can be served immediately after assembling but chilling is best for meld.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 136IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg