CHICKEN SALAD WITH BACON AND RED GRAPES

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This is a recipe that always seems to be used at our family gatherings. Everyone loves it. It's also great to make ahead for busy days.

Provided by Mie Clark Anderson

Categories     Salad

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 slices bacon
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and minced
¼ cup thinly sliced celery
1 ½ cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 ½ teaspoons lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate and allow to cool; crumble.
  • Mix cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, water chestnuts, celery, and red grapes in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, dried parsley, lime juice, onion powder, ground ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper together to make a smooth dressing.
  • Pour dressing over chicken mixture and stir to coat.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 48.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

Harper Trollope
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This salad was a bit too mayonnaise-y for my taste.


K.E.G OFFICIAL
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland.


Vilma Garcia
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Amin Aminjan
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I'm not a big fan of grapes in chicken salad, but this recipe was still really good.


Qazi Official
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch.


STEPHEN MWANZIA
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I love the sweet and savory flavors in this salad.


Mlungisi “Daah” Ncube
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's refreshing and easy to make.


Sergio Erickoh
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Sunder lal Lala Lohanoo
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch. I like to serve it on a bed of lettuce with a side of fruit.


Ebenezer Yawson
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The grapes and bacon add a nice sweetness and crunch.


Bald Wonyoung
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This salad is easy to make and always a hit at parties. I usually double the recipe so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Luke Sawyer
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I like to add a little bit of chopped celery for extra crunch.


SetOo Seta
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This was my first time making chicken salad and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


MOTEBACON_ YT
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I highly recommend it!


Ariana Stange
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This chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the combination of sweet grapes, salty bacon, and tangy dressing. It was also really easy to make, which is always a plus.