Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans Recipe
This Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans is a delightful and refreshing twist on a classic chicken salad, combining tender shredded chicken with sweet grapes, crunchy pecans, and a creamy mayonnaise base. Perfectly seasoned with celery, red onion, and parsley, it’s chilled to meld flavors before being served on buttery croissants for a satisfying and elegant meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Salad 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
Serving
- 4 croissants
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked shredded chicken, ½ cup mayonnaise, chopped celery, halved grapes, chopped pecans, diced red onion, minced parsley, salt, and cracked pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated and evenly distributed.
- Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a creamier or wetter chicken salad, gradually add the remaining mayonnaise (up to 2/3 cup total) and mix until the desired texture is achieved.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for 1 hour. This resting period allows the flavors to blend perfectly and the salad to firm up slightly for better taste and texture.
- Assemble Sandwiches: After chilling, divide the chicken salad evenly among 4 split croissants, filling them generously to create delicious, easy-to-serve sandwiches perfect for lunch or light dinner.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a light mayo alternative.
- Use seedless grapes for easier eating and a cleaner texture.
- Chop pecans roughly for a satisfying crunch, or toast them lightly for enhanced flavor.
- Make the salad a day ahead to deepen the flavor complexity.
- If preferred, serve the chicken salad on whole grain bread or lettuce wraps for variety.
