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Fresh and Creamy Chicken Salad

A delightful mix of tender chicken, crisp celery, and sweet grapes that makes for a perfect lunch.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026
Fresh and Creamy Chicken Salad
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
4

This chicken salad is a classic favorite in my kitchen because it hits all the right notes. It has a lovely balance of creamy textures and crunchy bites from the celery and almonds.

My top tip for this recipe is to use rotisserie chicken if you are in a rush. It saves a lot of time and the meat is always perfectly tender for the salad.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place your prepared chicken in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped celery, halved grapes, and sliced almonds to the bowl.

  3. 3

    In a small separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir everything until well combined.

  5. 5

    Taste and add extra salt or pepper if you think it needs it.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for an hour to let the flavors blend.

💡 Tips

This salad tastes even better after sitting in the fridge for an hour. Serve it inside a lettuce wrap for a light meal or pile it onto a toasted croissant for a treat. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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