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easy chicken salad recipe without celery

easy chicken salad recipe without celery

  • Author: chef
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Indulge in the simplicity of a chicken salad without celery, offering a refreshing twist on a classic favorite. This recipe combines tender chicken with a creamy dressing and a medley of colorful ingredients for a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for a light meal or a satisfying sandwich filling, it's a versatile dish that's sure to please your taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup green grapes, halved
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves or bread for serving

Instructions

    1. Prepare Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken breast, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
    2. Add Ingredients: Stir in the chopped red onion, red bell pepper, green grapes, and dried cranberries. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
    3. Season: Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
    4. Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
    5. Serve: Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or as a sandwich filling with your choice of bread.

Notes

  • Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and diced before mixing with the other ingredients.
  • Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt according to your desired consistency.
  • Feel free to customize the salad by adding other ingredients like nuts, apples, or herbs for added flavor and texture.
  • For a tangier flavor, you can add more lemon juice or Dijon mustard.
  • Refrigerating the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to develop and meld together for a tastier dish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250 per serving
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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