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Traditional Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Traditional Chicken Salad recipe combines tender shredded chicken with crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and slivered almonds, all brought together by a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and whole grain mustard. Perfect as a sandwich filling or a refreshing topping for greens, this classic dish is simple, flavorful, and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken Salad Ingredients

  • 12 ounces shredded cooked chicken (roughly chopped)
  • 1 celery rib (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion (or sweet onion)
  • 1/4 cup red grapes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard (or Dijon mustard)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch garlic powder

Serving Options

  • 4 croissants (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Roughly chop 12 ounces of shredded cooked chicken. Mince 1 celery rib and 2 tablespoons of red onion. Halve 1/4 cup of red grapes. Transfer all these prepared ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add Flavorings and Mix: Add 1/4 cup slivered almonds, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder to the bowl with the chicken mixture.
  3. Combine and Chill: Stir everything together thoroughly until well combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad until you are ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Serve: Serve the chicken salad as sandwiches on croissants, or alternatively, atop a bed of fresh lettuce, or stuffed inside halved tomatoes or avocados for a lighter option.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • Use sweet onions if you prefer a milder onion flavor.
  • To keep the croissants fresh and flaky, add the chicken salad just before serving.
  • Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes helps the flavors develop fully.
  • Almonds add a nice crunch, but you can substitute with walnuts or pecans if preferred.

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