After much trial and error, I present to you the best chicken salad recipe. Besides tasting great, it\u2019s free of gluten, and mayo, and is packed with nutrients. It\u2019s quickly become my favorite chicken salad recipe and makes the perfect lunch for busy days!<\/p>\n
Classic Chicken Salad Recipe (With a Healthy Twist)<\/h2>\n
This easy chicken salad recipe is fast to make (even faster if you use leftover chicken!) and is a great lunch, dinner, or snack. Pack it in a container for a fast on-the-go meal. It\u2019s also a hit at potlucks.<\/p>\n
The best way I\u2019ve found to bring this on the go is to put some at the bottom of a mason jar, add some lettuce or spinach, and cap tightly. This will stay good for several days in the fridge and is a great way to meal prep for the week.<\/p>\n
Chicken Salad Ingredients<\/h2>\n
This chicken salad uses probiotic-rich yogurt in place of mayo for a unique flavor. Greek yogurt has even more protein, but regular, plain yogurt will work too. If you prefer to keep it classic and use mayo instead, then try this homemade version<\/a> with healthy fats. For an egg-free version, I also like this avocado \u201cmayo.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n And of course, you can\u2019t have chicken salad without cooked chicken! I\u2019ll often premake boneless chicken breasts for the week to use in different dishes. You can also use leftover rotisserie chicken or roasted chicken for a fast prep time and added flavor. I like diced chicken in this recipe, but shredded chicken also works.<\/p>\n Chicken salad can be pretty simple, but adding a few flavorful ingredients really makes your tastebuds zing. I experimented with different combinations to finally find something my whole family loves! Walnuts and celery add a nice crunch, while the diced apple, red grapes, and honey add a touch of sweetness. I also add basil, garlic, and black pepper to balance out the sweeter flavors.<\/p>\n The nice thing about chicken salad is you can mix up the ingredients with what you have on hand. Instead of walnuts, try some chopped pecans. Don\u2019t have grapes? Cranberries will also work. Here are a few more ideas:<\/p>\n Most restaurants will offer chicken salad sandwiches (especially on a croissant), but we don\u2019t eat a lot of sandwiches at our house. My favorite way to eat this is over a bed of lettuce as a salad. Another good low-carb option is to make lettuce wraps with romaine or butter lettuce.<\/p>\n It also tastes really good as a snack on top of sliced cucumber. Or just eat it by the spoonful!<\/p>\n \tAdd-ins and Substitutions<\/h3>\n
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What to Serve With Chicken Salad<\/h3>\n
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Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe<\/h2>\n