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Creamy, dreamy chicken salad with grapes for a little juicy pop of sweetness! This sandwich is a dream come true for lunch, easy to make ahead, and insanely good on a croissant!
Not me considering a chicken salad sandwich my main food group of the summer.
It’s The Juicy Pop of Grapes For Me.
There are plenty of reasons to love summer, even if it does only seem to last for about 3 minutes here in the Midwest. And, yes, most of those 3 minutes do happen to be spent complaining about the humidity. 😑
But, humidity aside, summer is pretty great. Slow mornings. Lazy days by the pool. Meals cooked out on the grill or just served up cold, because I’m not turning the oven on, absolutely not, have you lost your mind?
This chicken salad recipe with grapes (!!!) is one of those fav summer meals that is perfect on a hot day.
We use cold shredded chicken (perfect use for that Costco rotisserie chicken), a little mayo to give it richness, some celery and red onion for crunch, and then we take it over the top by stirring in buttery pecans and sweet red grapes.
Weirded out by fruit in your chicken salad? I was too, initially, but I’m a full convert now. I do love a good solidly savory version too though – like my dill pickle chicken salad.
What Readers are Saying!
“Absolutely incredible! I particularly love the different textures. And it’s easy to make and had everything on hand.” – Christine S.
3 Reasons You’ll Love This REcipe:
- Summer Savior: We’re not standing over a hot stove tonight. Whip up these sandwiches, serve with a side of chips, and enjoy the summer evening.
- Meal Prep: Make a big batch to keep in the fridge and you’ve got lunch or dinner ready for the week.
- Customizable: Swap in slivered almonds for the pecans, try green grapes instead of red for something more tart, use green onions instead of red. I love when I can tweak a recipe to use what I have in the kitchen!
Ingredient Notes:
Shredded Chicken – I’m using pre-cooked shredded chicken in this chicken salad recipe. I like to make a huge batch in the crockpot for meals like this, but this is also a great time to snag a rotisserie chicken from the store.
Mayonnaise – This is the base of our dressing. You’ll also mix in some parsley, salt, pepper to make the chicken salad dressing. Not a fan of mayo? Follow our Greek yogurt chicken salad recipe instead!
Grapes & Pecans – The sweetness of the grapes pairs so well with the savory flavors going on here and the pecans add a perfect buttery crunch.
Veggies – Some celery and red onion will add extra crunchy flavor to the salad.
Croissants – Totally optional, but highly recommended! White bread or toast also work great. A lettuce wrap or a fork is a great lower carb option.
How To Make This Chicken Salad Recipe With Grapes:
Shred the chicken, chop the onion and celery, and halve the grapes. Add it all to a mixing bowl with the rest of the ingredients.
Give everything a big stir, taste, and season with additional salt and pepper if you think it needs it. Chill until you’re ready to devour!
Helpful Tip
Like your chicken salad extra saucy? An extra dollop of mayo is easy to stir right in!
FAQs:
This chicken salad with grapes should last for about 4 to 5 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.
We like to give this at least an hour in the fridge for everything to reach the same temperature and to let the flavors all blend together. However, you can absolutely serve this right after mixing it together, but be sure to start with cold chicken.
More Easy Chicken Recipes:
Chicken is always a hit with the family and these easy chicken recipes are sure to keep dinner interesting!
- Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings: Quick to throw together and so savory!
- Chicken Spaghetti: A favorite with my kids!
- Parmesan Crusted Chicken: Simple and classic.
- Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas: The air fryer keeps things quick and mess free.
- Balsamic Chicken: This one packs so much flavor!
- Chicken Drumsticks: Simple baked chicken legs are perfect for dinner!
Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ – 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup chopped celery
- ½ cup halved grapes
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons minced parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked pepper
- 4 Croissants
Instructions
- Add the chicken, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, celery, grapes, pecans, onion, parsley, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl and stir well to combine.
- Add additional mayonnaise if you’d like a wetter consistency.
- Store covered in the fridge for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
- Divide evenly between 4 croissants.
Kenda Teresa Saling says
hello, this sounds wonderful but you never specified what kind of grapes?
Karly Campbell says
Any type of sweet, seedless grapes should be fine. We like red globe grapes.
Dianna says
Great recipe… I leave out the parsley and add 1 chopped hard boiled egg.
Pat Campbell says
I’m making this chicken salad today. I’ve made it at least a half dozen times or more, I love it!
Karly says
That’s awesome! Thanks, Pat!
Deanna Schmitt says
I love chicken salad, and I put all your inuit I use walnuts instead of pecans and also add 1 apple. It is so delicious. I make it for my mother a lot. She uses bread and I use ritz crackers.
Glenda Gleaton says
Simply delicious and easy to make
CHRISTINE SANDERSON says
Absolutely incredible! I particularly love the different textures. And it’s easy to make and had everything on hand.
Karly says
Thanks, Christine!
Sally Wagner says
Way too much salt. I would half the amount of salt…..or even 1/4.
Chef Jeff says
I agree. Way too salty.
Samantha Christy says
I eat this with wheat thins
Karly says
Yum! I do that with Triscuits sometimes. 🙂
Shaun says
This sounds delicious! I have been doing a much better job lately on watching what I’m eating and counting my calories. The 412 calories per serving for this, does that include the croissant or is there 412 calories just in the 1 serving of salad alone? Thanks!
Karly says
That would include the croissant. 🙂
Jen Elizabeth's Journals says
This sounds so tasty, and I love the idea of adding crunchy and sweet elements!
Sabrina says
about time I have chicken salad, this is a great one, the weekend after all, I’ve been avoiding some of the ingredients as part of my diet, but I am allowed one day off, so…thank you for this recipe
JR says
I enjoy it with craisins. Be creative and use the different flavors craisins offer and place that in the chicken salad. I love chicken salad on croissants.
Michael says
I love chicken salad with grapes, that was the way my mom always made it when I was growing up. And crunchy water chestnuts too.
Karly says
Ooh, water chestnuts sound like a good addition!
Joyce says
I add cantaloupe also. Adds more flavor.
Brenda Fulford says
This is almost exactly the recipe I use. Depending on who will be eating it, the nuts may be left out, or the onions.
I’ve made it for years and everyone who has eaten it has loved it.
Janine Dekker says
About a year ago, you published a chicken salad with avacodo. Bacon and corn. It was delish, BUT, I can’t find it now. Help!
Karly says
Hi Janine! I don’t think that was my recipe. It sounds good though!