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Chicken salad with grapes and almonds is a classic potluck recipe that’s the perfect combination of savory and sweet.
This chicken salad with grapes and almonds is a delicious combination of savory and sweet flavors. Adapted from this Whole Foods Market recipe, this salad was a big hit at an extended family gathering we hosted recently.
The almonds give this chicken salad a little crunch, and the grapes bring the perfect amount of sweetness.
I love seeing healthier options on a buffet table, so I like to use Greek yogurt in place of some of the mayonnaise to make this salad a little healthier. The flavor is still what people are used to with chicken salad, and it can be served over lettuce or on bread for an easy lunch dish.
This recipe yields 9 cups of chicken salad, or 12 servings (3/4 cup each). You can cut it in half if you aren’t feeding a big group.
Serve this recipe with my Instant Pot potato salad for a fun summer meal!
Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. cooked chicken
- 2 cups red grapes sliced in half
- 1/2 cup almonds diced
- 3 stalks of celery sliced
- 1/2 cup organic mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 tsp. cider vinegar
- 1 tbs. honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken, cut it into bite-sized pieces, and place it in a large bowl. You can use a whole chicken, or you can bake 2 pounds of chicken breasts. (I like to cook them quickly in my Instant Pot.)
- Slice the grapes and celery and add them to the bowl. Dice the almonds and add them to the bowl.
- Stir together the remaining ingredients for the dressing and pour it over the chicken mixture. Stir to combine well, and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate and serve cold.
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Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds Price Breakdown
This recipe costs a total of $9.59 to make, or $.80 per serving. Bring this chicken salad to your next potluck. Everyone will love it!
Dee says
What a fun and easy idea! This would be great for all the summer picnics coming up! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Nathan says
What a great looking summer salad. this would be great with a barbecue!
Sara says
This looks perfect for a summer lunch! I love the combo of soft and crunchy!
Jessica says
Yummy salad with fruit is so refreshing with this summer heat! This looks great and my kid loves chicken! Perfect recipe to take to the park!
Tara says
Yum! Such a delicious chicken salad for summer! I love how you sweetened it with honey.
athleticavocado says
I need to try chicken salad like this! Looks so yummy 🙂
Regan @ The Healthy Aperture Blog says
this is exactly how i like my chicken salad!!
Gwen @SimplyHealthyFamily says
What a wonderful light summer lunch! I’ll have to make this for the kiddos school box lunches too!
motherwouldknow says
What a great summer salad! Many moons ago a friend made me a (hot) chicken dish that combined grapes and chicken. Although I wasn’t used to the combination, I found it delicious and ever since then I’ve included grapes (when I have them) in my chicken salad.
Katie Serbinski says
I’m such a chicken salad fan! I love that you added honey to your recipe. I use Greek Yogurt in my dressing too!
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Looks so delicious Annemarie! Love subbing some of the mayo for Greek yogurt.
Amee Beck Livingston says
love this chicken salad! Great summertime recipe! Thank you for sharing on Fit and Fabulous Fridays!!
justafrugalfoodie says
This is one of my favorite salads!
Real Food, Real Deals says
I love it too. It’s a great take-along salad.
thefoodery says
This sounds delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of sweet and savory, creamy and crunchy. 🙂
Real Food, Real Deals says
Thanks – it’s a great combination!
the Jilb says
Delicious!
Real Food, Real Deals says
Thanks!