Description
A quick and delicious chicken salad recipe featuring a creamy Greek yogurt and mayo dressing with a hint of Dijon mustard and sweetness from grapes. Packed with savory flavors from garlic and onion powders, crunchy celery and roasted cashews, this versatile salad is perfect for wraps, sandwiches, or simply served plain. Ready in just 15 minutes, it makes a wholesome and satisfying meal or snack for up to 6 servings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% milkfat or higher)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons sugar (or honey, to taste)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salad Mix-ins
- 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, cubed or diced (rotisserie chicken breast preferred)
- 1 1/2 cups red grapes, sliced
- 1 cup finely diced celery (about 2-3 stalks)
- 1 cup roasted cashew halves and pieces
- Optional: dried or fresh herbs such as dried chives, plus salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dressing: Whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar, kosher salt, onion powder, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning, keeping in mind the dressing should be somewhat salty and concentrated as it will blend with the other ingredients.
- Mix: In a large bowl, toss the cooked chicken, sliced grapes, diced celery, and roasted cashews together. Add as much dressing as you prefer and mix thoroughly to evenly coat the ingredients.
- Season: Taste the salad and add any extra seasonings you desire such as dried chives, white pepper, or additional salt and pepper. Mix gently to incorporate.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy this chicken salad cold on a whole wheat wrap, lettuce leaf wrap, sandwich, toast, or with crackers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and added flavor.
- Adjust sweetness with sugar or honey according to taste preference.
- Feel free to add fresh or dried herbs such as chives or parsley for extra flavor.
- This salad is best served chilled but can be enjoyed at room temperature briefly.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
