Hi guys - hope you love this new recipe! It's easy, healthy, fresh and full of flavor. I've been eating it on repeat for the last several weeks! 😂 So how would you eat it? Straight out of the bowl, in a sandwich, or in a wrap? xo - Lisa
Great recipe, cant wait to make it this weekend. I like mine w 1/2 toasted pita bread & a touch of hot sauce, I make mine w fresh Apple for crisp & sweetness but the grape sounds good as well. Thanks again.
Thank you so much for demonstrating how to perfectly poach chicken. The basis for salads, wraps, tacos, etc. The exact method really works - and at 72 years I finally learned how to do it. I wrote it down, because my memory isn't what it used to be. Your chicken salad recipe looks awesome. I have tarragon on my permanent shopping list. Thank you so much. Elissa
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Elissa, and how to make perfectly poached chicken. It really is versatile in so many recipes. It's always fun to learn something new, at any age! :)
Listen okay when I tell you this recipe changed my life…it brings me so much joy that no matter how bad I am at everything else I can follow this recipe and it never fails to turn out fantastic. Everytime I eat any other chicken salad but this one there is just no comparison. Thank you Lisa!!
Love this delicious recipe. I love celery but for non-celery lovers who still like the crunch, I soak celery in a bit of lemon juice for a couple of hours. This retains the crunch and makes the celery taste sort of fruity.
The toasted almonds - the grapes - the celery - the parsley and tarragon - YES! (I’ll grate an apple if I have no grapes) Have never poached with everything cold... will try next time. YUM
My daughter & I had this for lunch today! We used Greek yogurt instead of the mayo & served it on lettuce leaves. So delish! Thank you so much for the recipe. We’re going to try your mayo recipe next. 😋
I made this today!!! It is the most scrumptious chicken salad I have ever tasted and believe me, that's saying a lot! I love chicken salad and this is my new favorite recipe!!! Thank you!!!
This is the best Chicken Salad I’ve ever had! I loved it so much, I started eating it out of bowl with my serving spoon, it almost didn’t make it to bread! Then, I made it following day for lunch! I normally share my white organic roasted chicken with my little dog, but this time he didn’t get as much as I usually give him as I was saving this for my 2nd round of this chicken salad! I didn’t have tarragon, but that Dijon mustard really gives this a kick! Those roasted almonds (I toasted them in a sauté pan), and with those grapes - OMG. Thank you so much Lisa for this recipe, and all your great recipes!
I just made chicken salad last week! I cooked my chicken in the slow cooker, used half plain nonfat yogurt and half mayonnaise, with walnuts instead of almonds. It was so good! Chicken salad is a nice break from tuna and seems a little classier if you want to share with guests. Love this version though. I'm definitely going to try it next time I'm making up a batch.
This is great! I was wondering about an almond replacement! Also, I’m gonna replace the tarragon with dill! Just preference. (For those of us who don’t like fennel/black licorice taste)
I've made this for the last two weeks for my work lunches. It is just so delicious. This is going to be a regular lunch go-to from now, especially when we get back to summer. It's winter here, so sometimes a salad is a bit hard to come at when it's cold outside!
I just made this for dinner tonight & it was AMAZING! The best dinner we have had in weeks. Thank you! I used leftover chicken breasts instead of poached chicken & a diced apple instead of grapes.
Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoyed this recipe Sherri. Also, I would greatly appreciate if you left a quick comment on the recipe on my website 😊Thanks so much!
I have made this for so many times for various family members. My sister tried it for the first time this week, then asked me to make it again as soon as it was done. We love it in wraps, but I love it served so many different ways.
I made a slightly modified version of this recipe (I hardly ever follow recipes exactly unless baking) and I have to say it was great! I used dried cherries instead of grapes and did a few other little modifications. Really nice!
I tried this... Though I used skinless chicken thighs as on the bone it’s way more flavourful. Plus I find poached chicken breast to dry. I also used more seasoning. I skimmed the froth off the top. And froze the poached water and used it on Sunday to make gravy for Sunday dinner. It was absolutely delicious. The chicken thighs a more juicy cut of chicken made a phenomenal chicken salad.. Minus the almonds 🙃
Just had dinner and made your recipe. So so dang scrumptious. Wiped the bowl on empty. Thank you, thank you. May you be blessed and keep growing like a dandelion!
I was never a big fan of chicken salads, but this, with the grapes and herbs, it looks so delicious. I will definitely will give it a try sometime soon and eat as sandwich with home baked sourdough bread!
Made this last night & it is sooo yummy this morning. I will definitely make this again. The Taragon really brings out the flavors & love the grapes! ❤
Amazing chicken salad!!! It’s so fresh, crunchy, fruity and so full of flavour! Even my picky eater loves it!!! Thanks so much for this recipe, will definitely become a staple!
I made this salad tonight and my family and I loved it so much!!!! By far the best chicken salad I have ever had. Thanks so much for delicious, colorful and healthy recipes like these! 💖
Congratulations on 1 million! I just love watching your recipes and the ones I've actually used have always been spot on! This chicken salad looks absolutely mouth watering and seems like a perfect summer time food!
I am cook at a senior living home. I made this recipe for the residents the other night. It was excellent. I was nervous that poaching the chicken with onion and parsley would make it taste like chicken soup, but it gave the chicken this great rich flavor.
I am making this right now! I’m so excited! I love chicken salad! I’m trying eat better for myself and finding your channel has been a god sent! Thank you! I went to Whole Foods for the first time last night and I am amazed at how fresh and amazing things are there..
I make this Chicken salad so often that I've tweeked it with additional vegetables such as peppers and shredded carrots and diced cucumber. I've also substituted strawberries for the grapes when in season.
I used a rotisserie chicken. Just pulled the skin off and shredded it. Not a fan of mayo so I used plain greek yogurt mixed with Skinny Girl Poppy Seed dressing. Didn't have any almonds but I had walnuts, so in they went. Also diced and added a crispy apple. And you were so right about the tarragon. So delicious.
My mouth is salivating and I’m not even hungry... I know what I’m having for lunch tomorrow :). Thanks for sharing, I am loving your channel. I had gastric bypass surgery in February and so much of what you share is relevant to me, I appreciate all you do for us! Can’t wait to see what’s in store this week.
When you asked on insta if we were team tuna or team chicken salad without hesitation I said tuna, but this recipe looks amazing! I love the addition of fruit and nuts for added flavors and textures. I can’t wait to try this recipe out! It might just change my mind 😂
My kids and I were watching this video and they requested that we make it because it looks so delicious and easy to make! I will have to try making it soon!
If you don’t have time to poach the chicken, get a rotisserie chicken and shred the breast meat (not as healthy as poaching, but still delicious). I like to add about a teaspoon (or less) of sweet relish as I like a sweeter dressing. I’ll have to try the Terragon next time!
Nyasha Williams I do this all the time for multiple dishes. I have a great source at our Fred Meyers market, done daily. Living alone, I can make 5-6 meals with one chicken. My thing is to cut off the breasts then pull them apart as for tacos or enchiladas. Then I always take about 1 tablespoon of the congealed, clear fat from the package. This requires overnight refrigeration. I mix this in with some light seasonings to the shredded breasts. It keeps the near flavorful and very, very moist,
Wow my mouth had a party of flavors! I love chicken salad but have never ever made it like this. What a difference the tarragon, aromatics and herbs make. I don't like parsley but love cilantro and that's what put in the salad. I had it on a bed of butter lettuce. Oh and I gave it a little touch of mine because for the crunch I added chopped walnuts. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe, chicken salad will never be boring anymore! Love from Dallas, TX!
I loved this recipe. You can also use cherries instead of grapes and the juice from the cherries runs throughout the salad. Another alternative, if you prefer thighs to breasts, is to use 4 bone-in thighs with skins. In a plastic bag, add 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper and half a tablespoon of salt. Add the thighs and shake the bag until it coats completely. For a stronger taste, place the bag in the refrigerator and marinade for several hours. Then bake the thighs for 1 hour at 400 degrees. When done, remove the skin, which will be crispy. The skins are great snacks. Refrigerate the thighs until cool and then de-bone and cube. To the chicken, add 2 tablespoons of mango chutney (optional). Then follow the rest of the recipe according to the directions in this video. I had been making curried chicken salad for a couple of months. But I wanted something less spicy and this recipe filled the bill.
Congrats on 1M Lisa!! I’m in Colorado, if I were picked, I’d like the merch to go to someone overseas with less access to you and your prizes. Thank you for all you do! 💜
Mmmm. Try it with honey crisp apple, AND, fresh croissants, that are toasterd beautifully, medium golden brown color. You'll never use regular bread again for this sandwich. 👍🏻 😃
I just found your videos! Watched the ones on meal prep and now I'm watching everything. I love your delivery very calm and easy. I am learning so much. Thanks
Congratulations. I’m so happy for you. I’m wishing you many successful and prosperous years ahead. Keep up the excellent work. Sending you tons of blessings, love and support from Canada 🇨🇦
Don't blanch your chicken, it pulls the flavor out. Bake your chicken with some olive oil and salt and pepper. You will have much more favorable chicken salad.
There are pros and cons to both methods. The aromatics would infuse some flavor and your not going to dry it out that way. There is also a texture differences.
Or buy the grapes in season and stock them in the freezer. They’re a bit cold On the fingers while slicing But surprisingly don’t change their taste once defrosted.
I'm new on the channel and i must say your content is 10/10! just got this awesome salad for dinner at work and my colleagues said " oh Martin that salad looks really good " and i had to give you credit for it since last week i been doing manny of your meal ideas, they loved your channel, we are nightshift workers meal prep for us it's an essential. Grettings from Norway Lisa
Wow, that's amazing! I'm so glad you're enjoying all my content so far as well as my recipes 😊 And if you need more recipe inspirations, be sure to take a peek at my website here: downshiftology.com/
Lisa, you never cease to amaze me with the most simple, delicious meals that look so elegant. I can't wait to try this in a wrap! Thank you for being you and helping the world eat better and be healthier!
Hi Valerie! Yes, you can always use yogurt as a substitution :) You find a few substitutions for ingredients in my post here: downshiftology.com/recipes/chicken-salad/
I made it tonight on Sara Lee 45 calorie Delightful bread. Tomorrow I'll have it for lunch on Romaine lettuce. It's delicious! This is how Jason's Deli makes it, but this is even better, fresher and you can have as much as you want, lol! I didn't have any Tarragon nor almonds, I used walnuts instead.
Just wanted to leave some feedback on the chicken salad!! I found your recipe like two months ago and i have made it 5 times already it IS the perfect chicken salad recipe thanks for sharing!!! I'm making it again tonight lol cheers!!!
Chicken salad is my staple lunch box choice for my husband...BUT I have been using canned chicken, not any more, thanks Lisa. Also, he prefers green apple over grapes.. toasted almonds, celery & apple....more crunch!
Just tried the recipe and it’s delicious! My husband is not a chicken salad fan, but he loved this chicken. Followed the recipe to a T and it came out perfect 👌
I just made this today for lunch. Added some fusilli for carbs, and it’s a delicious meal on its own! 😋 Thanks for sharing your healthy & delicious recipes with us!
I really like the recipe! Unlike most recipes I know. Especially the use of tarragon is a very nice idea. I use this mainly for fish dishes. I repentantly confess my prejudices: I would not have thought that such a spice would appear in an American recipe.
I was only aware about tuna salad. But after watching your chicken recipe salad video. I am like there is no better day than Sunday to try it! I am about to go get the ingredients and excited to make it :) thank you Lisa for your creative recipes.
In Poland where I live we add raisins instead of grapes and celeriac instead of celery (when they're not in season). We also usually add sweet corn. While your chicken salad is delicious (I've tried it :-)!) our version is also yummy and worth trying ;-).
Hi guys - hope you love this new recipe! It's easy, healthy, fresh and full of flavor. I've been eating it on repeat for the last several weeks! 😂 So how would you eat it? Straight out of the bowl, in a sandwich, or in a wrap? xo - Lisa
Downshiftology, all of the above...separately, of course.
I love it in a wrap of heart of romaine!
You totally deserve the 1M
I absolutely love chicken salad! And I eat it whenever and however!! Thanks for the delicious sounding recipe! Can't wait to try it!
Great recipe, cant wait to make it this weekend. I like mine w 1/2 toasted pita bread & a touch of hot sauce, I make mine w fresh Apple for crisp & sweetness but the grape sounds good as well. Thanks again.
My daughter is learning to read and spell. She wanted to write you a message about this recipe: My name is autumn your chicken salad is so good 😊
This looks so delicious! I think I would like it even better if I added some chopped up Honey Crisp Apples.
Apples are a great option to add to this!
OMG! This is by far the best chicken salad recipe. Since viewing the video I’ve made chicken salad at least 4 times. It’s fabulous!
Oh yay, I'm so happy you love the recipe Linda! If you wouldn't mind writing a quick review on the website, I'd be super appreciative. 🤗
Thank you so much for demonstrating how to perfectly poach chicken. The basis for salads, wraps, tacos, etc. The exact method really works - and at 72 years I finally learned how to do it. I wrote it down, because my memory isn't what it used to be. Your chicken salad recipe looks awesome. I have tarragon on my permanent shopping list. Thank you so much.
Elissa
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Elissa, and how to make perfectly poached chicken. It really is versatile in so many recipes. It's always fun to learn something new, at any age! :)
Listen okay when I tell you this recipe changed my life…it brings me so much joy that no matter how bad I am at everything else I can follow this recipe and it never fails to turn out fantastic. Everytime I eat any other chicken salad but this one there is just no comparison. Thank you Lisa!!
Love this delicious recipe. I love celery but for non-celery lovers who still like the crunch, I soak celery in a bit of lemon juice for a couple of hours. This retains the crunch and makes the celery taste sort of fruity.
That's a great tip Elizabeth! I will try that!
I would like to try to make it with cucumber instead of celery since both can give a similar fresheness to therecipe
@@stefiluz just remember that cucumber can be more "wet" than celery, but that sounds great!
Thanks for the tip.
Thanks for the tip I will definitely try it in my next recipe video 👍🙏
The toasted almonds - the grapes - the celery - the parsley and tarragon - YES! (I’ll grate an apple if I have no grapes) Have never poached with everything cold... will try next time. YUM
Apple...creative idea.
Stacey Stephens Mandarin oranges are great too. Top with crunchy Asian noodles.
My daughter & I had this for lunch today! We used Greek yogurt instead of the mayo & served it on lettuce leaves. So delish! Thank you so much for the recipe. We’re going to try your mayo recipe next. 😋
Wow will try Greek yogurt instead of Mayo.thnx
This is what I was looking for. I saw a lot of boring ones but this is the one I was craving for. 😋 Thank you.
I made this today!!! It is the most scrumptious chicken salad I have ever tasted and believe me, that's saying a lot! I love chicken salad and this is my new favorite recipe!!! Thank you!!!
This is the best Chicken Salad I’ve ever had! I loved it so much, I started eating it out of bowl with my serving spoon, it almost didn’t make it to bread! Then, I made it following day for lunch! I normally share my white organic roasted chicken with my little dog, but this time he didn’t get as much as I usually give him as I was saving this for my 2nd round of this chicken salad! I didn’t have tarragon, but that Dijon mustard really gives this a kick! Those roasted almonds (I toasted them in a sauté pan), and with those grapes - OMG. Thank you so much Lisa for this recipe, and all your great recipes!
I just made chicken salad last week! I cooked my chicken in the slow cooker, used half plain nonfat yogurt and half mayonnaise, with walnuts instead of almonds. It was so good! Chicken salad is a nice break from tuna and seems a little classier if you want to share with guests. Love this version though. I'm definitely going to try it next time I'm making up a batch.
Non fat yogurt has more sugar than the full fat variety
This is great! I was wondering about an almond replacement!
Also, I’m gonna replace the tarragon with dill! Just preference.
(For those of us who don’t like fennel/black licorice taste)
@@arnie3631 that’s true!
I've made this for the last two weeks for my work lunches. It is just so delicious. This is going to be a regular lunch go-to from now, especially when we get back to summer. It's winter here, so sometimes a salad is a bit hard to come at when it's cold outside!
I just made this for dinner tonight & it was AMAZING! The best dinner we have had in weeks. Thank you! I used leftover chicken breasts instead of poached chicken & a diced apple instead of grapes.
Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoyed this recipe Sherri. Also, I would greatly appreciate if you left a quick comment on the recipe on my website 😊Thanks so much!
Absolutely!
I have made this for so many times for various family members. My sister tried it for the first time this week, then asked me to make it again as soon as it was done. We love it in wraps, but I love it served so many different ways.
Wow fresh and healthy! Tnx chef. ❤️This recipe. 👍fm 🇵🇭✌️🙏
I made a slightly modified version of this recipe (I hardly ever follow recipes exactly unless baking) and I have to say it was great! I used dried cherries instead of grapes and did a few other little modifications. Really nice!
I tried this... Though I used skinless chicken thighs as on the bone it’s way more flavourful. Plus I find poached chicken breast to dry. I also used more seasoning. I skimmed the froth off the top. And froze the poached water and used it on Sunday to make gravy for Sunday dinner. It was absolutely delicious. The chicken thighs a more juicy cut of chicken made a phenomenal chicken salad.. Minus the almonds 🙃
Great way to use up the poaching liquid!
I think this is my 3rd comment but I can't over emphasize how great this stuff is thank you I made it exactly like you described
Just had dinner and made your recipe. So so dang scrumptious. Wiped the bowl on empty. Thank you, thank you. May you be blessed and keep growing like a dandelion!
Excellent channel for food making ideas and methods. I loved watching this video. Useful stuff
Thank you so much 🙂
I was never a big fan of chicken salads, but this, with the grapes and herbs, it looks so delicious. I will definitely will give it a try sometime soon and eat as sandwich with home baked sourdough bread!
Made this last night & it is sooo yummy this morning. I will definitely make this again. The Taragon really brings out the flavors & love the grapes! ❤
Glad you liked it!!
This salad was one of the best in my life. So tasty. Love it and I’ll make it very often. Thank for the recipe!
So glad to hear that Erika! And if you loved it, would greatly appreciate a review on the website if possible 😊Thank you!
O my god I absolutely love this recipe!!!!!!! I made it twice already using your video!! It’s just PERFECT. The flavors go so well together I LOVE IT.
I love pairing the salad with croissants. Top-notch combination that beats every other kind of bread
That’s how I always serve it as well
Amazing chicken salad!!! It’s so fresh, crunchy, fruity and so full of flavour! Even my picky eater loves it!!! Thanks so much for this recipe, will definitely become a staple!
I love this recipe, I'm using this as my Food, Nutrition and health School Based Assessment
Just made this chicken salad and not only does the house smell amazing from the poached chicken, but the dish was amazing! Thank you for this.
I made this salad tonight and my family and I loved it so much!!!! By far the best chicken salad I have ever had. Thanks so much for delicious, colorful and healthy recipes like these! 💖
Yay! So glad you enjoyed this recipe 😊 Oh, and if you wouldn't mind, I would greatly appreciate a quick review on my website! Thanks so much Mary!
Chicken salad is so yummy with grapes😋😋This looks delicious!
Congratulations on 1 million!
I just love watching your recipes and the ones I've actually used have always been spot on!
This chicken salad looks absolutely mouth watering and seems like a perfect summer time food!
Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy this one too!
I am cook at a senior living home. I made this recipe for the residents the other night. It was excellent. I was nervous that poaching the chicken with onion and parsley would make it taste like chicken soup, but it gave the chicken this great rich flavor.
I am making this right now! I’m so excited! I love chicken salad! I’m trying eat better for myself and finding your channel has been a god sent! Thank you! I went to Whole Foods for the first time last night and I am amazed at how fresh and amazing things are there..
Made a batch of this chicken salad yesterday, and it was really, really good. My friend said it was the best she had ever had. Thanks for the recipe!
Great to hear! 😊
Omg I watched this yesterday and was literally dreaming about making this today! Chicken defrost faster!!!! I can’t wit!!
I love just putting chicken salad on lettuce. Make a wrap out of this. So excited to try this
Agreed makes a great snack 👍
Great idea! Will try
Have you tried a lettuce wrap. You use lettuce as the wrap instead of bread
Leigh Lo I have used lettuce as a wrap and it’s lovely
It looks so pretty. I make mine just like this but have used fresh dill weed instead of tarragon. I'm going to try the tarragon next time.
Dill tastes better than tarragon
I make this Chicken salad so often that I've tweeked it with additional vegetables such as peppers and shredded carrots and diced cucumber. I've also substituted strawberries for the grapes when in season.
I used a rotisserie chicken. Just pulled the skin off and shredded it. Not a fan of mayo so I used plain greek yogurt mixed with Skinny Girl Poppy Seed dressing. Didn't have any almonds but I had walnuts, so in they went. Also diced and added a crispy apple. And you were so right about the tarragon. So delicious.
Congratulations! Love your recipes so much. Greetings from Germany.
Thank you so much for your support 😊Enjoy the new recipe!
Im not a sweet and salty person but ive tried this with pecans instead of almonds and green grapes vs Red & its delicious
I prefer pecans over almonds
@@judithryle2113 while I can't have almond or pecans (dietary restrictions), walnuts in chicken salad is good, too.
You make cooking in the kitchen so much easier! I’m so thankful for the healthy recipes you share with us 💜
My mouth is salivating and I’m not even hungry... I know what I’m having for lunch tomorrow :). Thanks for sharing, I am loving your channel.
I had gastric bypass surgery in February and so much of what you share is relevant to me, I appreciate all you do for us! Can’t wait to see what’s in store this week.
Made this salad for my wife's family from Ecuador and laid loved it thank you very much
Wonderful! Glad everyone enjoyed this chicken salad Kim 😊
When you asked on insta if we were team tuna or team chicken salad without hesitation I said tuna, but this recipe looks amazing! I love the addition of fruit and nuts for added flavors and textures. I can’t wait to try this recipe out! It might just change my mind 😂
You are the lady who taught me to perfectly poach eggs; you deserve all the subscribers you have!
All your recipes are not only simple and clear, but also oh so special! Thank you for all this goodness!
My kids and I were watching this video and they requested that we make it because it looks so delicious and easy to make! I will have to try making it soon!
This IS the best chicken salad ever. I liked using the mayo with the plain Greek yogurt and the tarragon made it perfect!
Glad you love this recipe Penny!
ciabatta bread 😋 as soon as I get grapes and tarragon I’ll be trying this recipe! I absolutely love how good your instructions are. Thank you 🕉
The one thing this salad is missing is a diced up Honey Crisp Apple. This recipe is sooo good.
Yeah, then it would be a Waldorf Salad. A personal fave!
MANUFACTURED HOMESTEADER Or a few pieces of tart Granny Smith. Though it looks wonderful.
Tf is wrong with you?
Great shout! I added apple . Delicious
This looks so wonderful and easy to make! Can’t wait for the taste!
Hope you like it!😊
The best chicken salad I have made so far. This is the only way I can eat my greens. Thank you so much for this recipe!
Well deserved reaching the one million plus.. quality content..clearly lots of work behind it
Thanks so much for your kind words and support! 😊
If you don’t have time to poach the chicken, get a rotisserie chicken and shred the breast meat (not as healthy as poaching, but still delicious). I like to add about a teaspoon (or less) of sweet relish as I like a sweeter dressing. I’ll have to try the Terragon next time!
Nyasha Williams I do this all the time for multiple dishes. I have a great source at our Fred Meyers market, done daily. Living alone, I can make 5-6 meals with one chicken. My thing is to cut off the breasts then pull them apart as for tacos or enchiladas. Then I always take about 1 tablespoon of the congealed, clear fat from the package. This requires overnight refrigeration. I mix this in with some light seasonings to the shredded breasts. It keeps the near flavorful and very, very moist,
Whenever someone asks me about meal prep I tell them about you. I love your cooking style and philosophy
I just made this recipe and it is soooo good! Wow! I could eat the whole bowl. Thanks for sharing your delicious recipe!
Congrats on 1 million!! Your videos re always so professional and recipes are simple!
Thank you so much!😊
Wow my mouth had a party of flavors! I love chicken salad but have never ever made it like this. What a difference the tarragon, aromatics and herbs make. I don't like parsley but love cilantro and that's what put in the salad. I had it on a bed of butter lettuce. Oh and I gave it a little touch of mine because for the crunch I added chopped walnuts. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe, chicken salad will never be boring anymore! Love from Dallas, TX!
I love how your videos always have specific instructions, down to the way to cut the celeries 💯
Glad you're loving the instructions Amirah! 😊
Love it! I have been using dried sour cherries (we have so many in Wisconsin) in my chicken salad and it it amazing!
I loved this recipe. You can also use cherries instead of grapes and the juice from the cherries runs throughout the salad. Another alternative, if you prefer thighs to breasts, is to use 4 bone-in thighs with skins. In a plastic bag, add 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper and half a tablespoon of salt. Add the thighs and shake the bag until it coats completely. For a stronger taste, place the bag in the refrigerator and marinade for several hours. Then bake the thighs for 1 hour at 400 degrees. When done, remove the skin, which will be crispy. The skins are great snacks. Refrigerate the thighs until cool and then de-bone and cube. To the chicken, add 2 tablespoons of mango chutney (optional). Then follow the rest of the recipe according to the directions in this video. I had been making curried chicken salad for a couple of months. But I wanted something less spicy and this recipe filled the bill.
Great idea Susan! Thanks for sharing 😊
Congratulations on one million 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 and thanks for all the great recipes.
This is my favorite chicken salad...ever! I make it on a regular basis! I only switch out the grapes for granny smith apples!
Glad you're loving this chicken salad recipe Lisa!
I know what I'm doing with my leftovers!
Enjoy the recipe! :)
Congrats, Lisa! 👏👏👏
This is so pretty 😍 I don’t do mayo 🙅🏼♀️ but I might have to try it with yogurt as you suggested to someone else!
Yes! Yogurt will work 😊
I don't do chicken and this salad looks so appetizing! Lol. I might have to try it with some marinated frozen tofu for a chicken texture!
Vegan-aise?
Congrats on 1M Lisa!!
I’m in Colorado, if I were picked, I’d like the merch to go to someone overseas with less access to you and your prizes.
Thank you for all you do! 💜
Thanks so much and good luck! 😊
I've never had chicken salad before but I'm intrigued to try it. I love that you hardly waste anything, saving the broth is a great idea.
Will make. Never made a chicken salad. I’m a good cook. I can taste just by the ingredients love the toasted almonds and grapes. Yum
Mmmm. Try it with honey crisp apple, AND, fresh croissants, that are toasterd beautifully, medium golden brown color. You'll never use regular bread again for this sandwich. 👍🏻 😃
Sounds great! 😊
This sounds fabulous! Will be trying this immediately! I love how yummy the toasted almonds sound!😋
Thank you! Congratulations on your million!!💗
I replaced mayo for hummus and it blew my palate. That would be THE ultimate chicken salad recipe 😅
I still keep some of the mayo...but do part mayo and plain Greek yoghurt to make it healthier
I just found your videos! Watched the ones on meal prep and now I'm watching everything. I love your delivery very calm and easy. I am learning so much. Thanks
Thanks so much and welcome to the Downshiftology community! Glad to hear you're learning so much and can't wait for you to try the recipes. 😊
Congratulations. I’m so happy for you. I’m wishing you many successful and prosperous years ahead. Keep up the excellent work. Sending you tons of blessings, love and support from Canada 🇨🇦
Thank you so much! 😊
Don't blanch your chicken, it pulls the flavor out. Bake your chicken with some olive oil and salt and pepper. You will have much more favorable chicken salad.
I love this idea!
I agree much more flavorful chicken!
Poaching is what she did.
There are pros and cons to both methods. The aromatics would infuse some flavor and your not going to dry it out that way. There is also a texture differences.
Get your own channel, we are doing what she is doing…
This looks perfect for summer!! Sounds so good to have this as a cold wrap ☀️
When organic grapes aren't in season, I would use apples.
Yes! Apples are a great alternative!
Annie O'Sullivan I like that idea! Also cashews instead of almonds makes for a nice variation.
Or buy the grapes in season and stock them in the freezer. They’re a bit cold On the fingers while slicing But surprisingly don’t change their taste once defrosted.
@@KatTheScribe And good resistant starch. I find grapes too sweet (don't have a sweet tooth) so use kiwi instead.
I'm new on the channel and i must say your content is 10/10! just got this awesome salad for dinner at work and my colleagues said " oh Martin that salad looks really good " and i had to give you credit for it since last week i been doing manny of your meal ideas, they loved your channel, we are nightshift workers meal prep for us it's an essential. Grettings from Norway Lisa
Wow, that's amazing! I'm so glad you're enjoying all my content so far as well as my recipes 😊 And if you need more recipe inspirations, be sure to take a peek at my website here: downshiftology.com/
Lisa, you never cease to amaze me with the most simple, delicious meals that look so elegant. I can't wait to try this in a wrap! Thank you for being you and helping the world eat better and be healthier!
Hope you enjoy Rachelle! 😊
This looks so amazing! I love a healthy alternative to a classic!
Congrats on the 1 million subs!
You had me until mayo on this one. Any mayo substitutes that work with this recipe?
Hi Valerie! Yes, you can always use yogurt as a substitution :) You find a few substitutions for ingredients in my post here: downshiftology.com/recipes/chicken-salad/
I like my chicken salad with whole wheat crackers!
I would eat this in a sandwich with some delicious homemade sourdough bread!
Sounds great!😊
That sounds amazing Inaara! I think I will try that too!
You really deserve that! Always so caring with your viewers and always great recipes 👏🏻👏🏻 well done!
Thanks so much Andre! 😊
Made this! It is delicious! Congratulations on your 1M subs. You are a class act, Lisa, and so much appreciated and enjoyed.
Thanks so much ! 😊
Poached chicken sounds like you illegally hunted the chickens. 😂
@kylemendoza8860 Clever! 🤣
I made it tonight on Sara Lee 45 calorie Delightful bread. Tomorrow I'll have it for lunch on Romaine lettuce. It's delicious! This is how Jason's Deli makes it, but this is even better, fresher and you can have as much as you want, lol! I didn't have any Tarragon nor almonds, I used walnuts instead.
Just wanted to leave some feedback on the chicken salad!! I found your recipe like two months ago and i have made it 5 times already it IS the perfect chicken salad recipe thanks for sharing!!! I'm making it again tonight lol cheers!!!
Congratulations on one million subscribers!! Can’t wait to try this recipe
I tried this today for my lunch tomorrow. I really liked it-variety of flavors and textures. Thank you
Chicken salad is my staple lunch box choice for my husband...BUT I have been using canned chicken, not any more, thanks Lisa. Also, he prefers green apple over grapes.. toasted almonds, celery & apple....more crunch!
Just tried the recipe and it’s delicious! My husband is not a chicken salad fan, but he loved this chicken. Followed the recipe to a T and it came out perfect 👌
Wonderful! Glad you both enjoyed this chicken salad recipe 😊
Congratulations 🎉🎊🍾 on 1 million subscribers!!! And omg the salad looks sooo yumm!
Thank you so much!!
I just made this today for lunch. Added some fusilli for carbs, and it’s a delicious meal on its own! 😋 Thanks for sharing your healthy & delicious recipes with us!
So glad you enjoyed this chicken salad Lynette 😊
I have just discovered you and am simply loving everything I’ve seen so far. Exactly what I need right now! Making my shopping list right now.
Welcome to the Downshiftology community April 😊
I really like the recipe! Unlike most recipes I know. Especially the use of tarragon is a very nice idea. I use this mainly for fish dishes. I repentantly confess my prejudices: I would not have thought that such a spice would appear in an American recipe.
Can’t wait to try this recipe! Congrats on 1 million!
Yay! Thank you!
I was only aware about tuna salad. But after watching your chicken recipe salad video. I am like there is no better day than Sunday to try it! I am about to go get the ingredients and excited to make it :) thank you Lisa for your creative recipes.
In Poland where I live we add raisins instead of grapes and celeriac instead of celery (when they're not in season). We also usually add sweet corn. While your chicken salad is delicious (I've tried it :-)!) our version is also yummy and worth trying ;-).
Congrats on 1 million, you’ve been an inspiration in not only my health journey, but also my expat journey...thank you for doing what you do 💕
Thanks so much Brittany 😊