🥗 Creamy Chicken, Apple & Grape Salad

Looking for a light, refreshing, yet satisfying dish? This Creamy Chicken, Apple & Grape Salad combines tender chicken, crunchy apples, sweet grapes, and a creamy dressing for the perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s an ideal make-ahead lunch, picnic dish, or light dinner that’s packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 25 mins

Cooking Method: Stovetop

Cuisine: American

Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Salad, Side dish

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 3

Calories: 320 kcal

Best Season: Spring, Summer, Fall

Description

This Creamy Chicken, Apple & Grape Salad is the ultimate combination of savory and sweet with a creamy, tangy dressing. It’s quick to prepare, easily portable, and perfect for a light meal that keeps you full and energized.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed or shredded
1 large crisp apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
1 cup red or green seedless grapes, halved
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for a richer version)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional garnish: fresh parsley or mixed greens

Instructions

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1. Cook (if needed): If using raw chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper and cook until no longer pink. Let cool and cube or shred.
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2. Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
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3. Combine Salad: Add the cooked chicken, diced apples, halved grapes, celery, and nuts to the dressing. Gently toss until everything is well coated.
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4. Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least 15-20 minutes for the flavors to meld.
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5. Serve: Serve over mixed greens, in lettuce cups, or with whole-grain crackers. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 70mg24%
Sodium 400mg17%
Potassium 420mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 10g
Protein 32g64%

Calcium 80 mg
Iron 1.2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

📝 Storage Notes:

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Not freezer-friendly.
Perfect for meal prep and grab-and-go lunches.

🍽️ Serving Tips:

Serve in lettuce cups for a low-carb option.
Pair with whole-grain bread or crackers for a balanced meal.
Great as a picnic or potluck dish that holds up well.

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