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Traditional Chicken Salad sandwich in a croissant on a cutting board with grapes and almonds.
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Traditional Chicken Salad

This classic chicken salad is easy to make and tasty by itself, on lettuce, or served as a sandwich. You're going to this family favorite!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Salad
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Rachel Farnsworth

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces shredded cooked chicken roughly chopped
  • 1 celery rib minced
  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion or sweet
  • 1/4 cup red grapes halved
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard or dijon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch garlic powder
  • 4 croissants optional

Instructions

  • Roughly chop 12 ounces shredded cooked chicken. Mince 1 celery rib and prepare 2 tablespoons minced red onion. Halve 1/4 cup red grapes. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add 1/4 cup slivered almonds, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 pinch garlic powder.
  • Stir until well combined and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Serve as sandwiches on 4 croissants, or atop a bed of lettuce, or stuffed inside a tomato or avocado.

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Notes

  • This recipe appeared in our "Family Favorites" cookbook in 2022 and may have since been updated. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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