Fruited Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant Fruited Chicken Salad, a perfect harmony of savory and sweet flavors wrapped in a creamy dressing. Tender, diced chicken breast pairs beautifully with juicy red grapes, crisp diced apples, and crunchy celery, while chopped walnuts or pecans add a delightful nutty texture. Tossed in a light dressing of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a hint of seasoning, this salad is as healthy as it is flavorful. Serve it chilled for the best experience—whether perched atop a bed of mixed greens, tucked into a sandwich, or enjoyed straight from the bowl, it’s a refreshing and versatile dish ideal for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick recipe is a crowd-pleasing choice that highlights wholesome ingredients and satisfying textures.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup Red grapes, halved
• 1 cup Diced apple (such as Gala or Honeycrisp)
• 1 cup Chopped celery
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, halved red grapes, diced apple, chopped celery, and chopped walnuts or pecans.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 5

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but enhances the flavor.

Step 6

Serve the salad on its own, over a bed of mixed greens, or tucked into a sandwich or wrap for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1326.1 grams (1326.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2331

Total Fat 145.30g	186%
Saturated Fat 17.60g	88%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 544mg	181%
Sodium 1879mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 98.40g	36%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 52.40g
Protein 163.20g	326%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 281mg	22%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2602mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 16.7%