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Copycat Chicken Salad

A creamy and crunchy chicken salad filled with tender chicken, crisp celery, and sweet grapes, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover rotisserie chicken or boiled chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup celery, diced Chop into small, uniform pieces.
  • 1/2 cup red grapes, halved Provides a sweet burst of flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Can substitute with mashed avocado for a healthier twist.
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt Greek yogurt can be used for a creamier dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop celery into small, uniform pieces.
  3. Halve the red grapes.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add shredded chicken, diced celery, and halved grapes. Gently fold until coated.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  2. Serve chilled, on greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Avoid over-mixing to maintain texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for a month.