The Best Chicken Salad Recipe
This is the ultimate chicken salad recipe! We call this ‘fancy’ Chicken Salad because of the dressing, grapes, and pecans, but it’s truly easy. This is a fresher and lightened-up version of classic chicken salad and it’s perfect for meal prep.
This is the perfect side dish or main course. It’s especially easy if you use leftover rotisserie chicken. Watch the video tutorial and see how simple it is.
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We love protein-packed salads like our Chicken Avocado Salad, Autumn Chopped Chicken Salad, and Cobb Salad. This creamy chicken salad is really the best combination of chicken salad and Waldorf salad that will become a go-to for lunch. As a busy working mom, I always appreciate quick and easy lunch ideas.
Chicken Salad Video Tutorial
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Ingredients for Chicken Salad
The 5 ingredients in this chicken salad are so simple, but each one is important for the best taste, texture, and color.
- Chicken – we use 2 large chicken breasts from a whole roasted chicken, but you can use rotisserie chicken, Baked Chicken Breast, or sauteed chicken breasts instead. Dark-meat chicken like our quick-cooking Air Fryer Chicken Thighs will also work.
- Celery – adds a great crunch to the salad and lightens up the flavor. Even if you aren’t a fan of celery, don’t skimp on it and I hope you give it a try.
- Grapes – add sweet juiciness to the salad. Just like in our Broccoli Grape Salad, the grapes are a refreshing addition and make the salad feel ‘fancy.’
- Pecans – we toasted nuts on a dry skillet to give them even more flavor.
- Red onion – finely chop half of a medium red onion, or you can add red onion to taste. You can also substitute for chopped green onion, but red onion keeps better refrigerated.
The Best Chicken Salad Dressing
This is similar to the dressing we love for our popular Broccoli Salad, except we didn’t add any sugar or honey since the grapes add plenty of sweetness. This dressing is creamy, tangy and adding sour cream makes it lighter than just using mayo.
- Mayonnaise – use real mayo for the best flavor.
- Sour cream – we use full-fat sour cream, but you can substitute it with low-fat sour cream or fat-free Greek yogurt.
- Lemon juice – be sure to use freshly squeezed and not from concentrate.
- Dill – finely chopped fresh dill is our favorite, but you can substitute with 2 Tbsp of finely chopped fresh parsley.
- Salt and Pepper – added to taste
Chicken Salad Substitutions
- Nuts – You can swap out the pecans for walnuts, almonds, or cashews, or leave them out altogether.
- Fruit – try diced apples or pears or dried fruit like cranberries or raisins.
- Onion – if you prefer a milder onion flavor, try sweet Vidalia onion, or chives instead of yellow onion.
- Celery – if you don’t like celery, you can omit it or substitute it with diced bell pepper or even diced cucumber, but leftovers don’t keep as well with cucumber.
- Canned Chicken – you can use canned chicken, however, we recommend fresh, cooked chicken for the best texture.
How to Make Chicken Salad
This salad comes together so fast in one bowl, which is why it’s the ideal lunch option.
- Toast pecans – place on a dry skillet over medium/low heat and toss frequently until pecans are golden and fragrant. Transfer to a cutting board to coarsely chop and set aside to cool then add to a large bowl.
- Chop Chicken – dice cold chicken breast and add it to the mixing bowl. Note: We prefer the texture of chicken when it’s diced instead of shredded.
- Halve Grapes – cut grapes in half with a serrated knife and add to the bowl.
- Chop celery and onion – trim off ends and finely chop, cut celery sticks in half lengthwise then thinly slice and add to the bowl.
- Make Dressing – Combine the dressing ingredients in a dish and add dressing to the salad.
- Toss to combine – stir until salad is evenly coated in dressing, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
How to Serve Chicken Salad
Just like with a classic Tuna Salad, this chicken salad can be served as a side salad or as a main course. We love to serve it for lunch because it’s easy to turn it into a meal.
- Over Mixed Greens – place your favorite greens such as arugula or mixed salad greens into a large bowl, top with the chicken salad, and serve.
- Lettuce Cups – serving in lettuce cups is a great low-carb option for lunch.
- Croissant Sandwiches – Cut the croissant in half without cutting all the way through then fill it with the salad. It tastes like a bakery-quality sandwich.
- Pita Bread – we love to stuff a pita with chicken salad, it’s so simple and good.
Pro Tip
The best way to reheat a croissant is to toast it in an air fryer at 350˚F for 3 minutes until it’s lightly crisp on the outside and warmed through. This is what we do with store-bought croissants and they taste like they just came out of a bakery oven.
Make-Ahead
To Refrigerate – Store the leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days depending on how fresh the cooked chicken is. The USDA recommends storing cooked chicken for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
More Easy Lunch Ideas
If you love this Chicken Salad, then you won’t want to miss these lunch recipes that keep well in the refrigerator and are perfect for meal planning.
I hope this creamy chicken salad gives you some great lunchtime inspiration. I’m convinced this will become your new favorite creamy dressing – it’s easy and excellent.
Easy Chicken Salad Recipe
Ingredients
Chicken Salad Ingredients:
- 1 lb cooked chicken breast meat, 4 cups diced*
- 2 cups seedless red grapes, halved
- 1 cup celery, cut in halve lengthwise then sliced, (from 2-3 sticks celery)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped (1/2 medium red onion)
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
Chicken Salad Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/2 cup sour cream, or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Place the pecans on a dry skillet over medium/low heat and toast for 3-5 minutes, tossing frequently until golden and fragrant then transfer to a cutting board and coarsely chop and set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced chicken, halved grapes, sliced celery, chopped onion and cooled pecans.
- In a small bowl, add all of the dressing ingredients and stir to combine.
- Add all of the dressing to the salad, or add it to taste and stir until salad is evenly coated with dressing. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Nutrition Per Serving
Natasha Kravchuk
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Great recipe! I had to make substitutions for the grapes and pecans (apple and walnuts), but it really was delicious.
Great to hear, Linda!
Best chicken salad recipe I’ve ever had! My husband first made it for me on Mother’s Day and we were both blown away by the flavor… have been making it ever since. A favorite recipe for sure!! Thank you!!
You’re very welcome! I’m so glad you loved it!
Made with Costco rotisserie chicken breast – awesome. An idea (not my own) for slicing grapes or cherry tomatoes is to put them side by side in a bunch between counter and a flat plate. Pressing lightly on the plate, use a sharp knife to slice all of them horizontally between the counter and plate.
Thanks for sharing, Marcie!
This salad is truly the best! I’ve added fresh pomegranate seeds, which added some more crunchiness and sourness and also I scalded the onion with boiling water and white vinegar – it became even more perfect. Suggest to try this way
Thank you for sharing that with us!
Fantastic. Outrageously good. I used a Costco roasted chicken. Only deviation was adding some ranch dressing seasoning mix. I went a bit too light on the grapes and nuts. I’d like a bit of everything in each bite. Thanks so much Natasha.
You’re very welcome. Glad you enjoyed the recipe.
You could pump this recipe up a little with the addition of minced tarragon. This is a traditional herb used in this recipe.
Thanks for sharing, John! Sounds great.
Did this recipe used to have almonds instead of pecans and Dijon Mustard?
Hi Shawna, no but you can use almonds or other nuts that you prefer.
Wow! This Chicken salad was absolutely fabulous! It had sweet grapes, creamy, tangy dressing, juicy chicken, savory onions, crunchy celery and salty pecans ( I also salted them when I toasted them) This had such a multitude of mind blowing layers of flavors. Namaste 🙏 Natasha! 😘
I’m so happy to hear you loved it, Paula! Thank you so much for sharing that with me!
I loved this chicken salad recipe! I have tried a few but this one is all I need. I totally enjoy watching your videos and trying you recipes. You are the only one I follow!
Aaaw, thanks so much for that heartwarming message. We appreciate your great review and comments!
To slice several grapes at once … take two quart yogurt lids …set one lid down, rim up and fill it with grapes, then cover with the other lid … then slide your knife through the space between …
I love, love, love this chicken salad recipe. Thank you for sharing this with us.
You’re welcome, Patricia! So glad you love it.
This is fantastic! I’ve made chicken salad for years by combining, what I thought was the best from a few different recipes. I think that recipe has a titch of honey and mustard. I do use organic Greek yogurt, and homemade organic mayo. And for me, I can’t have too many grapes! From this day forward, this recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen will be my go-to recipe for chicken salad! Thanks Natasha! You’ve made my day! Again!
aww! Thank you for your kind review, Steven! I’m so glad you loved it!
Being peach season I will be making it with fresh peaches and adding fresh tarragon
Sounds amazing!
This is seriously THE BEST chicken salad i’ve ever had. The dill makes it extra good, and definitely use red grapes as they are the perfect sweetness for this. Thank you Natasha!!! TRY THIS RECIPE!
Hi Marissa! Thank you for sharing. I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe.
I am FINALLY making this! I will bring it for lunch tomorrow. Thanks for all the fabulous recipes, you are a gem💎💎💎. Going yo try your cowboy caviar next😋
Thank you so much! That is very kind. I’m glad you are loving the recipes.
I just love the way you cook that’s the way I cook simply and delicious
Thank you, Elba! I’m glad to hear that.
This recipe has SO MUCH FLAVOR!! I tried it as a sandwich, on a tostada shell, and in butter lettuce cups. I personally loved it the most in the lettuce cups and second favorite on the tostada shell. This is the BEST chicken salad I have ever had hands down!!! Mic drop! Yum!!!
Hi Tara! So glad you loved this recipe. Thank you for the wonderful feedback.
So yummy!! We all loved it. I am grateful knowing all the recipes I try from Natasha’s Kitchen will be family winners. Thank you for only sharing the best!!!!
Thanks so much, Leanna! I’m so glad you are loving them.
Do you think I could substitute the pecans for almonds or do you have another substitution idea? I’m allergic to tree nuts.
Hi Brandie! Yes, you can use another nut if you prefer.
An easy way to cut grapes in half is to save your large dairy container lids such as sour cream. Put the grapes on top of a lid and cover with a 2nd lid. Holding the top lid with the palm of your hand use a sharp knife to cut the grapes between the two lids. Easy Peasy.
Genius! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
This would have been perfection, but I accidentally interpreted the dill addition as dried rather than fresh, and noticed after adding 1 Tbs that was way too much. I don’t usually have fresh dill around. I am making this again in 2 weeks to put on croissants at a bridal shower. What do you recommend for how much dried dill to add, or should I go get fresh dill when I make this next time? Love your recipes
Hi Janel! The ratio is 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs to 1 teaspoon of dried herbs. I prefer to use fresh when I am able to, I think the flavor is so much better.
MY FAVORITE CHICKEN SALAD!!
Didn’t have fresh used 2 t dry dill.
So glad you loved it, Charlotte! Thank you for sharing.
I made this exactly by the recipe using sour cream and my husband said it was the best chicken salad he’s ever had. I can’t wait for your cookbook!
Hi Tricia! That’s great to hear. Thank you for sharing your feedback. So glad it was a hit. 🙂
Leave out the onion, add a can of drained pineapple chunks and we’ve got a party…lol. Great recipe for entertaining!!! Everyone seems to love!!!
I’m so glad it was a hit, Bobbie! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
So good…Changed grapes with dried cranberries . Thank you for so many great recipes!!
You’re very welcome, Mardi! So glad you loved the recipe. 🙂
Yes it is good. I’ve been making it for years.
It’s been on The Paner Bread menu for years.
Absolutely perfect!
The trick about reheating the croissant in the air fryer for 3 min was a show stopper. Warm croissant, scrumptious chicken salad inside. Wow!
You’re welcome, Cris! 🙂
This is my favorite chicken salad recipe! I added sugar to the sauce to taste and love it.
The way you display ingredients on a dish before mixing it together is helpful and attractive.
Thank you, Gloria! I’m so glad it’s helpful. 🙂
To cut the grapes use two small plates, put the grapes in one and cover with the other but upside down. Use your seratted knife sliding it along the bottom plate
Thanks for sharing, Robert. 🙂
Take out the chicken, substitute apple for the grapes and you have a classic Waldorf Salad, but why not have it all? Just had this “all in” at a friend’s and loved it! Thanks for this and all your recipes!! ❤️
So glad you loved it, Barbara! Thank you for sharing.
Yes, I make this recipe and add Granny Smith apple peices. I love to take it and with mini croissants or soft rolls out on the boat. It’s my go to summer potluck party contribution as well. Love it!
Oh my goodness this chicken salad is SO good. Our supermarket only had humongous bags of grapes for sale (which I knew I’d never eat), so I substituted dried cranberries. It turned out absolutely wonderful! This is definitely a fancy and delicious chicken salad — one you’d be quite proud to serve to guests or a nice luncheon/bridal or baby shower. 12 stars!
Hi Lynn! Thank you for the wonderful feedback! I’m glad you loved the recipe.
I made it and it is simply AMAZING!! The family loved it.
The only thing I substituted was using an apple instead of grapes. I’m not too fond of grapes but it still came out delicious.
Thank you for sharing this recipe!
I’m so glad you loved it!
Our new favorite chicken salad! I would have never thought to put these ingredients together and it’s absolutely delicious! Followed the recipe to a tee and everyone that tries it loves it!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Angi!
Absolutely delicious. You always make me look like a chef with your recipes. Everyone loved it.
That’s wonderful, Peg! I’m so glad you loved this recipe.
Made this for dinner tonight. Absolutely fantastic!!!!!!!!!
So glad you enjoyed this recipe, Charles! 🙂
I have digestion problems with raw onions. Will the recipe be too bland if I omit the onions? Love your recipes
Hi Marge, we love this recipe with onions but I think that will work. You can use onion powder if you like or just completely omit it.
On the nutrition fact sheet, could you put what size serving it if for?
Hi Sandra. At the top of the recipe card, I include the number of servings for the recipe and the nutrition facts are for each individual serving. Unfortunately at this time, we do not have a better feature for this but are looking at ways to improve this. Thanks for reaching out.
Hi Natasha,
Thank you. Me and hubby love this salad. Glad that I bump into your channel from all the way across the world (Malaysia). Will try other recipes too.
Hi Irina! So glad you found my channel. Thank you. I hope you find many recipes you’ll enjoy.
We loved the chicken salad recipe.
Also loved the banana nut bread.
Your inputs are helpful.
Meatloaf very good as well:
Keep it up:
THank you, Jeannette! I’m so happy you’re enjoying my recipes!
Yummy recipe…..chicken salad….like your cooking…..get to it……no messing about…..keep well…..mm
Love this chicken salad recipe! We make it all the time! We like to serve it with pita chips! My family loves your recipes and all your gadgets! We have bought many of these gadgets! God bless!
Pita chips are a great idea for this salad! Thanks for sharing that with us, I hate your family will love all the recipes that you will try.
Love this try this recipe. What would you suggest for a side dish for my club ladies lunch?
Hi Marjorie, this salad goes wonderful on bread or croissants as a sandwich. It can be served as a side dish as well, it’s very versatile but when it’s the main dish, I like to serve it with another green salad, macaroni salad, soup, chips, veggie tray, etc.
Family does not like mayo. Can I use Miracle Whip dressing rather than Mayo ? This looks so good.
Hello there, I honestly haven’t tasted that to advise but I think it would be a good experiment! If you try that, please share with us how it goes.
I’m not fond of mayonnaise, so I did make this chicken salad with Miracle Whip. It was absolutely wonderful!
I’m glad that worked great, Lynn!
Omit onion and grapes, add plumped raisins and serve on cinnamon/raisin bread, trim bread
If you don’t have fresh dill, how much dry dill should you use?
Hi Lisa, I always use dill. I recommend following package instructions for dry dill substitution. Last I read, I believe one tablespoon fresh dill = 1 teaspoon dried dill. I hope that helps.
WOW absolutely delicious! This is the best chicken salad recipe ever! I made it exactly as it’s written! Husband couldn’t get enough! Thank you for sharing!
So glad to hear that, Dianna!
Can I use canned chicken feom Costco Kirkland brand? How many cans? Thank you!
I have not tested this but here is what one of my readers said, “This is a keeper. The intent of the recipe was followed, for the chicken, I used canned as that is what I had on hand at the moment, and forgot the lemon juice in the dressing, everything else followed, and it was a hit!” I hope that helps.
I have used cans of chicken from costco since we have a lot at home and it turns out delicious!
That’s great, Yunita! Thank you for sharing.
Natasha I made this today and it is sooo delishous- and you are right this is now my go to chicken salad!! Thank you for this- Jan
That’s great, Jan! Thanks a lot for the amazing feedback.
By far, the best chicken salad I have ever made. This recipe is a keeper!!
I’m so happy you found a keeper, Julie! Thank you for your feedback!
Love love love it! Thanks Natasha. Your recipes never disappoint.
Aww, thank you for stopping by and for your compliment!
Hi Natasha!
I love watching your videos. This chicken salad is the best. My husband loves it too. I was thinking, if someone doesn’t like grapes they could substitute dried cranberries.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Sandra! I bet this is so good with dried cranberries!
This was delicious – I did not have grapes on hand so substituted with chopped apples – best chicken salad ! I have tried so many of your recipes and everyone of them scrumptious and tasty – you have become my favourite food blogger – Thanks for all the great recipes and can not wait for your cook book
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Andrea! I cannot wait for the cookbook either!
I think this is the best chicken salad I have ever had! I served it on croissants and it tastes like something you’d get at a nice restaurant. Thanks for all your great recipes, Natasha. I’ve yet to try one that I didn’t like. 😊
Yay, that’s wonderful to hear, Kim. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, I’m glad that you loved it!
Why have I waited so long to make this! it is a hit and will make again for sure! thank YOU!
Looks like you just found a new favorite! I’m so glad you loved this salad.
So good!! I love your recommendation of putting the croissant in the air fryer on your video. It’s unbelievable! So good! Glad my sister told me about your recipes!
I’m so glad you found my blog! Welcome! The croissant in an air fryer is a must! I’m happy you enjoyed it!
This was fantastic but it makes a lot. Can it be frozen? I hate to waste it because it’s delicious! Another home run recipe from Natasha!
I’m glad you enjoyed this salad, Liana. I honestly haven’t tried freezing this yet as I’m afraid it might not work great if frozen but if you do give that a try, I recommend doing a small portion first to see how it goes.
I tried the recipe as written and truly the BEST chicken salad I have ever made. Just wondering, has any one substituted can tuna or hard boiled eggs with this recipe, not using the chicken. Could this be the perfect salad dressing ever??
I’m so glad this was a hit for you, Eileen! I looked through the comments, and I don’t see anyone mentioning trying eggs or tuna. If you happen to test that, I would love to know how you like it!
Just made your fancy chicken salad and got it in fridge so flavors can get together, but taste great as is. You know what you’re doing Natasha.👍👍👍
Thank you for that great review and compliment, Ed!
Best. Chicken. Salad. Ever. I don’t even like chicken and I devoured this. I shredded up a fresh rotisserie and used 1/2 dill, 1/2 celery seed. You are so right not to skimp on the grapes. Served on croissants. Chef’s kiss. Thank you for this !
So glad you enjoyed this recipe, Christi!
It’s really good and I’ll make it again. I added small pasta shells this time to make it a more filling dish and it worked well. Next time I might sub out walnuts for the pecans. I also think apples might work well instead of grapes.
Sounds good! Please share with us how it turns out if you try it out. Thanks for your great review, Sher!
Hi Natasha, I struggle with salad dressings but love the ones I have tried of yours. The easiest way to chop grapes is to put the grapes in between two container lids (like Rubbermaid or Glad) hold down the top lid, and run a knife between the lids till you get them all cut.
Hi Marie, thanks for your good comments and suggestions. We appreciate it!
I made 1/2 the recipe & it was simply wonderful. I love curried chicken salad; can you come up with a recipe.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Nancy!
Delicious. Now a family favorite.
That’s great, Lynne. Hope your family will love all the recipes that you will try for them!
I cant wait to make this tomorrow, my only question is it says 15g of carbs per serving, how much is a serving? It doesn’t give that info. Thank you, I LOVE LOVE LOVE your recipes!!
Hi Lisa, this recipe is good for 6 people as a side salad so I would compute it from there. Hope that helps!
Loved it! Didn’t have any grapes but I used apple chunks. Instead of dill, we like celery seed so that is what I used. I’m going to serve this salad (without the chicken) to accompany chicken or steak next time we have company. Thank you so much!
Great idea, Antoinette! I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
On the video it says ,2 rotisserie chickens, but the recipe says one. Which is it? How many does this recipe serve for lunch?
Thanks,
Betsy
Hi Betsy, we used we use 2 large chicken breasts from a whole roasted chicken. But you can use rotisserie chicken or sauteed chicken breasts instead.
I made this today & it is absolutely delicious! The dressing is so unusual & so good. Thanks for a great recipe!
Thanks for your great comments and review, Karen. I’m glad you loved it!
This was very yummy. I served it on sour dough. I also added a few crumbled pieces of leftover bacon and a bit of shredded cheese. Was delicious.
Nice to know that you enjoyed this recipe! Thanks for sharing that with us, Lydia.
Natasha! Love your videos and recipes. You are my go to website! What brand knives do you typically use? Thanks
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Glad I stumbled onto your site. Yummy chicken salad. Can’t wait to try it…. Halving grapes, cherry tomatoes etc..use two lids, from cool whip containers..place grapes..one layer in bottom lid that us upside down on the counter..then cover with other lid that is right side up..use long blade sharp knife to cut between the lids and your fruit/ veggies, will be cut in half.
Thank you for that tip, Mary! I’m sp glad you discovered my blog!
Hi Natasha! If I wanted to put this into small croissants, how many would a single recipe of this make approximately? I’m just wondering if I need to double the recipe. Thank you.
Hi Sarah, the serving size for this recipe is 6 people as a side salad.
Natasha,
I made your “Fancy Chicken Salad” and took to a church small group gathering and it was a hit. Delicious! I will use this recipe from now on. Thank you so much for sharing your recipes!
I’m craving this now! It’s so good! I’m so glad to hear this was a hit!
This was super! I didn’t have pecans on hand but subbed walnuts and it was still great! Thank you for the delicious recipe!
You’re very welcome, Megan. Glad you loved the recipe!
Wow! dinner tonight over shredded lettuce, was a hit! Thank you!
Changes I made fir our family:
1/4 c. onion (reduced amt)
dried dill 1/2 tsp.
1 cup mayonnaise (no yogurt)
+ 1/4 cup dried cranberries,
chopped coarse
salt, pepper, dill & lemon juice to taste
Again, thank you!! 💐💐
Glad you all enjoyed this recipe for dinnner! Thank you for sharing that with us.
This chicken salad truly is the best I’ve ever made or eaten. I made it the day ahead for lunch company and served it in a large fresh croissant with pickles and potato chips on the side. So delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Barb!
Hi Natasha!
I’m obsessed with your blog and recipes! Every single one is a hit! I tried this the other day and it came put wonderful (as usual). We have some vegetarian friends and wondering how I could make this vegetarian and substitute the chicken?
Hi Anna, great to hear that you’ve been enjoying my recipes! I think you can try tofu if you like it, that’s usually the substitute for chicken in other recipes.
For years my favorite salad has been your avocado/cucumber/tomato salad! But, Natasha, you have outdone yourself with your Fancy Chicken Salad! Actually, serving the two together would be a great dinner!
Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️
I made it as recipe is but think adding some fresh pineapple or mango would be good in it.
That’s a good suggestion too, Joan. Thank you for sharing and for giving a great review of this recipe!
For years my favorite salad has been your avocado/cucumber/tomato salad! But, Natasha, you have outdone yourself with your Fancy Chicken Salad! Actually, serving the two together would be a great dinner!
Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for your awesome feedback, Joan. We appreciate it1
I have not made this yet, but plan on it as soon as I can get to the store! In you’re video you asked if there was an easier way to halve the grapes. I have the “Close N Cut” from Pampered Chef that works wonderfully for things like this. You can add a handful of grapes at a time, close the top and cut, does the trick without handling each grape. Highly recommend. Thank you for delicious recipes that are fast and fun to prepare!!
That’s a nice suggestion, Shellie. Thank you for sharing that with us and I’m glad you’re enjoying my recipes!
So refreshing on a warm summer day! I’ve actually never had a salad that included fruit, usually just lots of different vegetables haha, and I loved it. Definitely going to check out your other salad recipes this summer. The lettuce cups were also a cute way to serve them, made it fun. 🙂
Also one question, can you freeze this salad? I assume not because you only mentioned refrigerating it, so I hope it’s not a stupid question! I don’t know a lot about that stuff haha.
Hello Katharina, thank you for your wonderful comments and feedback. I honestly haven’t tried freezing this yet as I’m afraid it might not work great if frozen but if you do give that a try, I recommend doing a small portion first to see how it goes.
Ahh I see! For now we finished it in two days haha, so we haven’t had the opportunity to try it, but I’ll definitely let you know if we do at one point. Thanks for the information!
You’re welcome, Katharina!
This was the best chicken salad ever! I used an apple because that’s what I had. I also used it in a pita or plain out if the bowl! Perfect to take to work for lunch. I love your recipes and how easy you make it look! Thanks Natasha!
You’re welcome, Traci! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
This chicken salad is the best I have ever had. I love chicken salad. Some I have tasted I do not like. You are amazing Natasha! Love your recipes and videos!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Debra!
This Chicken Salad is so delicious! I will definitely be making this again and again! Thank you Natasha.
You’re very welcome, Joy! I’m so happy you enjoyed that.
This recipe is restaurant quality … better, actually. Followed the recipe exactly as written. Outstanding! Thank you … Rick
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Rick!
Tried it yesterday! It is delicious! Will add it to my collection and make it often! Thank you!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Pam!
Hi, This salad is delicious. My husband loved it as well. We had it for supper over homegrown lettuce. I added some radishes and dried cranberries. My husband requested that I add more dill to the dressing. But you hit this one out of the park Natasha!!! thanks
Wow, that sounds so good to serve the chicken salad over homegrown lettuce. What a treat!
Wow this is so good! Going to put it on my weekly menu for lunch. Thank you so much
I’m so happy you loved the chicken salad. Thank you for the wonderful review!
To slice several grapes or cherry tomatoes at one time use Williams Sonoma’s Cherry Tomato Slicer $14.95. It works well.
Thanks for the tip and suggestion!
Hi Natasha, love your videos/recipes and always try and share them, thank you
You’re so nice! Thank you!
I made this on 6 Jun, my family and I truly loved this! This is a keeper. The intent of the recipe was followed, for the chicken, I used canned as that is what I had on hand at the moment, and forgot the lemon juice in the dressing, everything else followed, and it was a hit! Thank you for the excellent recipe, Natasha.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Lee!
Natasha did you stop doing closed captioning?? I can no longer hear what your saying??!!!
Hi Candi, the closed captions are definitely there and we pay for them to be added to every video. On the video player, click “cc” at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen and they should display. I wonder if there was a youtube glitch if you weren’t able to see them?
Thank You
Another GREAT recipe
I used soft Tortillia’s and rolled them up. Great to take on a picnic.
You are so welcome! I’m so glad you enjoyed the chicken salad and I love the idea of rolling it up in tortillas.
What a simple and tasty recipe. The dill is an absolute must!!! I just made it for lunch and loved it.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for sharing that wonderful review with me.
I used unsalted cashews and it was simply delicious. Thank you so much for the wonderful recipe.
That’s so great, Nikki! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Amazing! Love your recipes!
This was so good! My husband loved it! I know you showed the lettuce cup, etc.. as ways to serve it. Is eating it right out of the bowl an okay way too? 😉 Thanks so much!
Hi Annette, yes that would definitely be okay too.
Yet, another great recipe. Delicious. Thank you.
You’re welcome, Thomas. Glad you enjoyed it!
I just love u recipes thx u for sharing
Wonderful recipe! Adding a few capers is a nice addition, too. Thanks so much for sharing!
Yum! I bet that makes it even fancier! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Wonderful recipe! Adding a few capers is a nice addition, too. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Melanie! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Really really good! I had to double the dressing ( probably because I didnt measure the 2 chicken breasts, I just chopped them and threw them in). I didnt change anything else. Followed exactly. Superb!
Ah! I’ve done that before too, but some just come so much bigger than the average size! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
can you do more yeast recipe an.d do you have a cookbook
Hi Malak, you can find all of our yeast recipes HERE. I don’t have a cookbook out yet, but it’s on my list of life goals, and we recently signed with an agent.
Which will be your next yeast recipes because I saw in Instagram that you are making a dough so I am excited 😆 lol cannot wait
I am always messing with some kind of dough and it may have been pita bread?
We also add a few chopped hard boiled eggs!!! Love your recipes and videos.
Great idea! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Dianna!
Thanks for this recipe, tried more than once, easy and delicious.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
HI, I WANT TO MAKE THIS BUT I ONLY HAVE WALNUTS WILL THIS WORK ALSO.
Hi Petra, yes that will work great with walnuts. I would still toast them to bring out their best flavor.
I was just going to ask about Walnuts! How do we toast them?
Hi Ericka, yes, that will work great with walnuts. I would still toast them to bring out their best flavor. You can toast them in the oven or a pan; walnuts go from being toasted to being burnt in the blink of an eye, though, so keep a close eye on them. I like to do this on a pan so I can keep a close eye on them. Heat the pan, place the walnuts into the pan, and frequently mix until they’re toasted. I hope that helps.
I made this salad for lunch and loved it! I substituted almonds for pecans and it worked perfectly! 👌Thanks Natasha!
I love that substitution. Almonds are really good in chicken salad.
Here’s a Grape-Slicing Shortcut, as requested:
https://youtu.be/YEHJDztbkL0
Just made this salad, it is delicious ! Thank you for the recipe.
You are quick! I’m so glad you loved the chicken salad.
This looks really good! Can’t wait to try this out. My daughter is allergic to pecans and walnuts. Just wondering what your suggested substitution for this would be. Thanks!
Hi, cashews would also work great and you can even leave out the nuts if you prefer and the salad will still work because the celery also adds that crunchy texture that’s nice in this recipe.
We have some nut sensitivities in my house too. One of my favorite substitutes is sunflower seeds. Haven’t run into many cases where they don’t work!
Thank you so much for sharing that with us!
The grapes had me a little nervous, but they were the perfect hint of freshness and sweetness! I will be making this again for sure.
I’m so glad you gave it a go, Andrea! Thank you so much for sharing that wonderful review with me.
https://youtu.be/e3tDG89v5Vc
Fast way to cut many grapes in half
Thanks for sharing that tip!
This recipe was awesome! Kids loved it. Next can you make a seafood salad please and some copycat recipes? Thanks!
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great! & thank you for those wonderful suggestions, Lauren! Adding those to my to-do list. We absolutely love copycat recipes and Seafood recipes!
Hi Natasha! We’re SO excited to try this recipe this weekend! I happen to have all the ingredients on hand except for the red grapes. I do however have dried sweet cranberries. Do you think they could work as a substitute or will it throw off the flavor? Thanks again and keep your awesome videos coming!
Hi Lauren, I think dried cranberries would be delicious here. You can add a little sugar like 1/2 tsp to the dressing if you think it needs it with the dried cranberries, but that sounds tasty.
Looks amazing! Definitely going to try it!!!
Another trick to reheating croissants: dip it in water completely and then put it in the air fryer, so moist inside and crispy on the outside. I do that with old bagels and bread as well, but I put it in the oven at 350 for up to 10 mins. It tastes amazing. Just a quick tip😉
That’s a great idea! thank you for sharing. I’ll have to try that.
This recipe looks absolutely delicious, although with nut allergies in our family I’ll have to let those out. I was wondering, have you tried this with leftover turkey? How do you think it would taste?
Hi Trudi, I have not but I bet that could work! If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe!
Yum!! Love chicken salad & this recipe is delicious!! Time to make again for sure!
I’m so happy you loved the chicken salad recipe! thank you for the great review.
This is my go-to anytime we have gatherings!! Everyone loves it & you can make a lot of it! It’s so good!
Thank you Natalie! I’m so glad you love it!