Arlington Chicken Salad Recipe: A Flavorful Classic with a Twist
A delicious and refreshing Arlington Chicken Salad made with tender chicken, crunchy almonds, and a sweet twist of grapes. Perfect as a sandwich filling, salad topping, or a party snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast, diced
- 1/2 cup Celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup Grapes (or cranberries), halved
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1/4 cup Slivered Almonds
- To taste Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breast (poached or grilled), then dice it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine diced chicken, chopped celery, and halved grapes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Stir in slivered almonds just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Feel free to swap almonds for walnuts or pecans for a different crunch.
- For a low-carb version, serve the salad stuffed in tomatoes or avocados.