Description
This refreshing and satisfying chicken salad comes together in minutes using rotisserie chicken, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and a creamy dressing. It’s the perfect no-cook meal for busy days or warm-weather lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: sliced almonds, dried cranberries, diced apple
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, celery, grapes, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If using optional add-ins like almonds or cranberries, stir them in.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve cold on its own, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use both white and dark meat for better flavor and texture.
- Chill before serving to let flavors meld.
- Adjust dressing amount to your taste preferences.
- Add lemon juice or vinegar to brighten the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken salad, rotisserie chicken, no cook lunch, easy chicken recipe, summer salad