Preparation Time
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty
- Intensity: Easy
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red grapes, halved (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves or mixed greens (for serving)
- Bread or croissants (optional, for sandwiches)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken:
- If not already cooked, cook chicken breast by baking, boiling, or grilling. Let it cool, then dice or shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix Dressing:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the diced chicken, celery, red onion, red grapes (if using), and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
- Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
- Season:
- Season the chicken salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or mixed greens, or use it as a filling for sandwiches with your choice of bread or croissants.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving, assuming 4 servings)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 5g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 18g
Enjoy this classic chicken salad for a quick and delicious meal, perfect for lunch or a light dinner!
