Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for balance)
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup sweet pickle relish or diced sweet pickles
- ½ cup sliced almonds (optional)
- ½ cup red grapes, halved (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Chicken
- Poach or bake the chicken breast until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F). Let it cool and then shred using forks or a mixer.
Prepare the Dressing
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and sugar until smooth.
Mix the Ingredients
- Add the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, almonds, and grapes (if using) into the bowl with the dressing. Stir until well combined.
Chill & Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled on croissants, sandwich bread, lettuce wraps, or over a fresh green salad.
Notes
- For a healthier option: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- For extra crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts.
- For a touch of sweetness: A drizzle of honey or extra grapes enhances the flavor.
- Storage: Keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg