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Fresh Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe with Grapes and Walnuts Easy and Healthy

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A quick and healthy chicken salad made with creamy full-fat Greek yogurt, sweet grapes, and toasted walnuts, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (10.5 oz) shredded or chopped rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup (5.3 oz) halved seedless grapes, mix of red and green
  • ½ cup (2.1 oz) toasted and roughly chopped walnuts
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast the walnuts: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add ½ cup walnuts and stir frequently for about 3–5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Shred or chop about 3 cups of cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Chop produce: Halve 1 cup seedless grapes, dice 1 celery stalk finely, and slice 2 tablespoons of green onions thinly.
  4. Mix dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine all ingredients: Add the chicken, grapes, celery, green onions, and cooled toasted walnuts into the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold everything together until well coated but not mushy.
  6. Chill and serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. It can be served immediately but chilling improves texture and flavor.

Notes

Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creaminess and better flavor. Toast walnuts lightly to bring out their aroma. Add grapes last and serve within a couple hours to avoid sogginess. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and chicken with chickpeas or tofu for vegan option. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days. Mix dressing separately if prepping ahead.

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Keywords: chicken salad, Greek yogurt, healthy chicken salad, grape chicken salad, walnut chicken salad, easy chicken salad, low-carb chicken salad

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