Loaded Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Loaded Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 stalks celery, diced; 1/4 cup minced red onion; 2 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast; 1 cup seedless grapes, halved lengthwise; 1 small apple, peeled, seeded and diced; 1/2 cup pecans; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon whole grain dijon mustard; 1/4 cup freshly chopped tarragon leaves; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 stalks celery, diced
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast
1 cup seedless grapes, halved lengthwise
1 small apple, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 cup pecans
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon whole grain dijon mustard
1/4 cup freshly chopped tarragon leaves
salt and pepper to taste

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2
Lay pecans on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly toasted and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
3
Add celery, onion, chicken, grapes and apple to a large bowl and toss to combine.
4
In a small bowl stir together lemon juice, mayonnaise and whole grain mustard. Stir in chopped tarragon and taste for seasoning -- adding salt and pepper as needed.
5
Add mayonnaise mixture to chicken. Using a large spoon or spatula, fold the mayonnaise into the chicken until well coated.
6
Roughly chop the pecans, add them to the salad and stir to combine.
7
Great served with toasted bread or on a bed of greens.

596

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Protein

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 stalks celery, diced, 1/4 cup minced red onion, 2 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast, 1 cup seedless grapes, halved lengthwise, and more.

Yes, Loaded Chicken Salad 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!

Loaded Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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