Chicken Walnut and Grape Salad

Chicken Walnut and Grape Salad! Nothing is better than a lunch of mixed greens topped with delicious homemade Chicken Salad. What takes Chicken Salad to the next level is juicy Red Grapes, heart-healthy Walnuts, and crispy Celery. The twist to this Chicken Salad that makes it even more amazing is the addition of Tarragon and Paprika. The Tarragon adds a bit of sweetness while the Paprika adds a bit of zest! I played around with many different combinations of ingredients and spices till it was perfect. Everyone's taste is different, feel to change it up!

How to make Chicken Walnut and Grape Salad

First, you start with the chicken. The best way to cook it is to poach (boil) it or cook it in the InstantPot (easiest/quickest). You can also use leftover chicken, canned chicken, or rotisserie chicken. The Rotisserie Chicken will only add to the great flavors! Next, prepare your chicken. You can either cut it into chunks or shred it. I prefer shredded chicken as it makes the chicken-to-dressing ratio that much better. Tip: to shred your chicken, use a hand or stand mixer! Be sure to use a high-sided bowl or partially cover it with a towel to prevent pieces of chicken from flying. This is a lesson learned the hard way!

Add the dressing ingredients to a bowl and stir till mixed then add the chicken. Stir until all the dressing and chicken are incorporated. Refrigerate for a few hours allowing the flavors to combine. (Note: it might not taste great right away, you need to let it sit and allow the flavors to combine!)

Chicken Salad is a go-to for a quick and satisfying lunch. Making it at home allows you to control what ingredients go into it, and how much. you can use chicken of your choice, homemade mayonnaise, or your favorite prepared mayonnaise. It allows you to make it egg-free, Whole30, Keto, or Paleo. If you like more of an ingredient you can add a little extra (like grapes!). If you do not love an ingredient you can add less or none.

Chicken Salad is an excellent source of protein and healthy fats. Yet it still tastes delicious. It is a great way to add a twist to the protein for your salad, in a wrap, or sandwich. You can easily make a big batch using it for lunches throughout the week. Making this dish at home will allow you to enjoy it a few days longer since you know exactly when you made it. I hope you enjoy Chicken Walnut and Grape Salad as much as we do!!

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