Classic Chicken Salad That’s Easy!

Classic Chicken Salad is Dressed Up in this Recipe!

“Easy chicken salad!” is often the response I get from family when I ask them what kind of sandwiches they want.

I honestly don’t mind making a batch or four because it’s that easy!

I grew up on grocery store chicken salad….but there’s no turning back now.

I tweaked and tweaked my chicken salad until I found the perfect blend of mayo, shredded chicken and all the extras.

I add quartered grapes for a touch of sweetness and freshly diced celery for an awesome crunch.

Oooh, did I mention this salad has walnuts?

Mmmhmmm….

And my fave way to serve chicken salad is on top of a heated, buttery croissant. you should definitely try it.

One of the easiest and best meals on planet earth.

No lie.

Most of my guest like to top off their salad with a glass of lime iced tea. Me?

I drink water and hold out for the after lunch or dinner coffee.

Gotta make choices, ya know?

INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR CHICKEN SALAD:

Boiled chicken

This needs to be shredded for the right texture.

1 cup celery

Dice up celery for the perfect size!

1 cup red grapes quartered

You can use black, seedless grapes as well.

1 cup walnuts chopped

Pecans is a great option as well.

1 1/2 cups mayo

Add more if desired.

1/2 teaspoons salt

This is based on your taste.

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

We prefer freshly ground.

1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Or try dijon.

1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Freshly squeezed is best!

And this easy chicken recipe is great for a big crowd.

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN SALAD BEFORE AN EVENT:

Make this salad the night before (add two additional drops of lemon juice to keep it bright) and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve.

You can make wraps, croissants, bagels, pinwheels or just plain sandwiches with them— easy-peasy!

And busy moms need easy recipes, right?

I feel ya…;0)

Go ahead and dig into a crunchy, fresh and homemade chicken salad that will wow your tastebuds — and all your family and friends!

(Don’t you love meals that make people happy?)

Easy chicken salad recipe is below!

Just print!

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