Yes! Chicken Salad Chick’s Fancy Nancy is a delicious and slightly sweet chicken salad featuring a mix of grapes, apples, pecans, and celery for a perfect balance of crunch and fruitiness. It’s a popular choice for those who enjoy a little sweetness in their chicken salad. Would you like a copycat recipe to try making it at home?
INGREDIENTS
- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
- 32 ounces chicken stock
- ¾ cup mayonnaise (Chicken Salad Chick uses Duke’s)
- 2 tablespoons finely minced celery
- 2 teaspoons dry ranch dressing mix
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup red seedless grapes, halved
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ to ¾ cup chopped Fuji apple
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook the Chicken – In a large pot, add the chicken tenders and chicken stock. Poach over medium heat for 15–20 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Shred the Chicken – Use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for quick shredding, or shred by hand with two forks.
- Prepare the Dressing – In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, dry ranch dressing mix, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble the Salad – Add the shredded chicken to the dressing and mix thoroughly. Gently fold in the grapes, chopped apples, and pecans.
- Chill & Serve – For the best flavor, refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving. Enjoy on a bed of lettuce or as a sandwich filling!
STORAGE
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 462 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 29g
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 89mg
- Sodium: 872mg
- Potassium: 678mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 7g
- Vitamin A: 93 IU
- Vitamin C: 3mg
- Calcium: 23mg
- Iron: 1mg
This flavorful and slightly sweet chicken salad is perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, or a light lunch. Enjoy!
