Fruited Chicken Salad No Grapes
Brighten up your lunch routine with this irresistible Fruited Chicken Salad, made without grapes! Perfectly balancing savory and sweet, this refreshing recipe combines tender shredded chicken breast with crisp apple, juicy pineapple chunks, and tart dried cranberries for a delightful twist. Crunchy celery, fresh green onion, and an optional sprinkling of toasted nuts add depth, while a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a touch of honey ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chicken salad is ideal for a protein-packed meal served chilled on lettuce, in a sandwich, or alongside crackers. Easy, flavorful, and grape-free—this dish is a fruity delight worth savoring!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 medium Apple, diced (preferably crisp varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks (canned or fresh, drained if canned)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Celery, diced
- 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast, diced apple, pineapple chunks, dried cranberries, diced celery, and chopped green onion.
Step 2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 4
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 6
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve cold on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1321.8 grams (1321.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2383 |
| Total Fat 125.60g | 161% |
| Saturated Fat 15.80g | 79% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 529mg | 176% |
| Sodium 1940mg | 84% |
| Total Carbohydrate 152.40g | 55% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.10g | 61% |
| Total Sugars 101.10g | |
| Protein 158.80g | 318% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 263mg | 20% |
| Iron 8mg | 43% |
| Potassium 2290mg | 49% |
Source of Calories