Easy Chicken Salad with Grapes
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Creamy chicken salad with grapes, celery, and pecans – perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light lunch. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor!
This chicken salad with grapes is a deliciously creamy, crunchy, and slightly sweet dish that’s perfect for lunches, potlucks, or light dinners. Made with cooked chicken breast, juicy red grapes, crisp celery, and toasted pecans, all tossed in a tangy mayonnaise and sour cream dressing, this easy chicken salad is the definition of fresh and flavorful.
This is one of my go-to chicken salad recipes. It checks all the boxes: it’s simple, make-ahead friendly, and absolutely crowd-pleasing. Perfect for a healthy chicken salad lunch or a fuss-free weeknight meal!
Whether served on a croissant, in lettuce cups, or straight from the bowl, it’s a creamy chicken salad you’ll come back to all summer long.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken breast – Lean and tender, this is the hearty base of the salad. Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for convenience.
- Mayonnaise – Adds creaminess and richness to the dressing, helping bind everything together.
- Sour cream – Balances the mayo with a slight tang and smooth texture for a more flavorful, creamy chicken salad.
- Dijon mustard – Gives the dressing a subtle zing and depth of flavor without overpowering the other ingredients.
- Lemon juice – Brightens the salad and cuts through the creaminess, adding a refreshing citrus note.
- Salt – Enhances all the flavors in the dish. Adjust to taste depending on your chicken’s seasoning.
- Black pepper – Adds mild heat and a peppery finish to round out the flavor profile.
- Celery – Provides a crisp, fresh crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy texture.
- Red grapes – Sweet and juicy, the grapes add a burst of flavor and color in every bite.
- Pecans – Buttery and crunchy, they offer a rich nutty taste that complements the sweetness of the grapes and the creaminess of the dressing.
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Instructions
Step 1 – Make the Creamy Dressing. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 2 – Combine the Main Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the chopped cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, halved red grapes, and chopped pecans.
Step 3 – Toss and Mix. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently fold everything together until well coated.
Step 4 – Chill and Serve. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Serve cold on bread, croissants, crackers, or lettuce wraps.
Serving Suggestions
This chicken salad with pecans and grapes is versatile! Here are some delicious ways to serve it:
- With crackers for a light snack or appetizer
- Piled on buttery croissants or sandwich bread
- Stuffed in pita pockets or wraps
- Scooped over mixed greens or spinach
- Served in lettuce cups for a low-carb option
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Just make sure to drain it well and break it up with a fork before mixing.
Absolutely. This make-ahead lunch idea is great for meal prep—just store it in an airtight container and chill.
Stored properly, it will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Freezing isn’t recommended due to the dairy-based dressing and fresh grapes, which don’t thaw well.
Place chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for 4–5 minutes until fragrant.
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Chicken Salad with Grapes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Cooked chicken breast, chopped into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- ½ cup Sour cream
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1.5 cups Chopped celery
- 2 cups Red grapes, halved
- 2 cups Chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk together.
- In a large bowl combine the chopped chicken, celery, red grapes, and pecan. Top with the mayonnaise mixture and toss together until well mixed.
- Cover bowl and place in the refrigerator and allow to chill for at least 1 hour.
- Serve on bread, cracker, or all on it’s own.
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