Cajun Chicken Salad with Green Grapes Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken Salad with Green Grapes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns; 1/2 tsp. dried thyme; 6 medium skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves; 3/4 tsp. paprika; 13 c. light mayonnaise; 13 c. reduced-fat sour cream; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper; .⅓ tsp. ground nutmeg; 3 c. green grapes; 1 large red pepper; 1/2 c. fresh parsley leaves; 1/4 c. thinly sliced red onion; 1 large pickled jalapeno chile

Servings: persons

1 lemon
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
6 medium skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves
3/4 tsp. paprika
13 c. light mayonnaise
13 c. reduced-fat sour cream
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
.⅓ tsp. ground nutmeg
3 c. green grapes
1 large red pepper
1/2 c. fresh parsley leaves
1/4 c. thinly sliced red onion
1 large pickled jalapeno chile

1
In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 inch water with lemon slices, bay leaf, peppercorns, and 1/4 teaspoon thyme to boiling over high heat.
2
Add chicken; reduce heat to low and simmer 12 to 14 minutes, turning chicken over halfway through cooking, until chicken just loses its pink color throughout.
3
With slotted spoon or tongs, remove chicken from skillet to cutting board; cool slightly until easy to handle.
4
Cut chicken into 3/4-inch pieces.
5
Discard poaching liquid and wipe skillet dry.
6
Add paprika and remaining 1/4 teaspoon thyme to skillet; toast over medium-low heat, stirring, 2 minutes.
7
Transfer paprika mixture to large bowl; stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until blended.
8
Add chicken, grapes, red pepper, parsley, onion, and jalapeno; toss until evenly coated.
9
Serve salad warm, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

7154

kcal

Calories

738

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns, 1/2 tsp. dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken Salad with Green Grapes falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Chicken Salad with Green Grapes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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