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My Go-To Chicken Salad with Grapes & Toasted Almonds
A simple and refreshing lunch staple that I always have on hand is chicken salad. It is delicious and full of nourishing ingredients that help you feel your best.
What I love most about chicken salad is its versatility. It can be enjoyed on its own, over a bed of fresh greens, in a wrap, or layered onto your favorite sandwich bread or croissant. Personally, I love to serve it over crisp greens or paired with a slice of fresh sourdough bread.
While there are countless variations of chicken salad to choose from, this is my go-to version. It combines fresh grapes, celery, red onion, and toasted almonds for the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The grapes add a subtle sweetness, the celery and red onion bring freshness and crunch, and the toasted almonds (pecans or walnuts can be substituted) elevate the dish with a satisfying, nutty finish.
Why You’ll Love It
- High in protein to keep you satisfied
- Meal prep-friendly – make one batch to enjoy for several days
- Made with clean and simple ingredients
- Easy to customize and serve in a variety of ways
Chicken salad is a nutritional option for everyday lunches. It comes together in just 10 to 15 minutes and stores easily, making it an ideal choice for effortless weekly meal prep.
Dietary Benefits
This recipe is:
- Gluten-free
- Soy-free
- Low-carb
- High in protein
Tools You’ll Need
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Spoon (for mixing)
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Measuring Cups
How to Make
- 1. Prepare your Ingredients
- Wash and dry all produce and herbs. Dice the celery and red onion. Cut the grapes into halves or quarters, depending on your preferred size.
- 2. Toast the almonds (optional)
- Using a warm skillet over medium heat, toast the slivered almonds for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden, stirring consistently to prevent burning.
- 3. Combine
- In a large mixing bowl, add to following ingredients:
- Shredded Chicken or rotisserie chicken
- Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
- Celery
- Grapes
- Red Onion
- Toasted Almonds (Pecans or Walnuts as alternatives)
- Garlic Powder
- Fresh Dill or Parsley
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- In a large mixing bowl, add to following ingredients:
- 4. Mix
- Stir ingredients until everything is evenly combined.
- 5. Chill and Serve
- While you can serve the dish right away, I recommend refrigerating it for at least 1 hour before serving for the best results.
Berry Bien Tips
- Serve over mixed greens for a light and refreshing option
- Wrap in lettuce or a tortilla for an easy on-the-go meal
- Pair with your favorite bread or croissant as an elevated sandwich
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience, or use this slow cooker shredded chicken recipe as the base
- Perfect for a brunch spread or causal hosting event
How to Store
Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Healthy Almond & Grape Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 4 cups Shredded Chicken Breasts *Check out this easy shredded chicken recipe
- 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Mayo
- 1/2 cup Red Grapes Quartered
- 2 stocks Celery Diced
- 1/4 cup Red Onion Thinly diced
- 1/4 cup Toasted Almond Slivers Can substitute with pecans or walnuts
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Fresh Dill or Parsley
- Salt + Pepper to taste
Method
- Prep the fruits + vegetables by dicing the red grapes, celery, and red onion.
- Toast 1/4 cup almond slivers on the stove using a non-stick pan for roughly 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned (optional).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt, 1/2 cup Red Grapes, 2 stocks Celery, 1/4 cup Red Onion, 1/4 cup Toasted Almond Slivers, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tbsp Fresh Dill or Parsley.
- Add in 4 cups Shredded Chicken Breasts. (Recipe for shredded chicken linked here).
- Thoroughly combine ingredients until chicken is evenly coated.
- Add a pinch of Salt + Pepper to taste.
- Place the mixing bowl in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes to allow the chicken salad to cool before serving. For best results, chill for 2 hours – overnight!
Nutrition
Notes
I make this recipe regularly for my family to enjoy. It gives me confidence in knowing that our lunches are both balanced and satisfying. The possibilities for serving are endless and can be tailored to your own preference.
Stay well!
