Summer Harvest Chicken Salad
Meet your new summer lunch obsession: Summer Harvest Chicken Salad. Tender shredded chicken is tossed with crisp cucumbers, sweet grapes, crunchy green apple, fresh herbs, and smoky bacon in a creamy, tangy dressing that tastes like summer in every bite.
This refreshing salad is perfect for hot days when you don't want to turn on the oven. Make it ahead for pool days, picnics, road trips, or easy lunches throughout the week. It's light, satisfying, and packed with fresh ingredients that keep you feeling cool all summer long.
Recipe created by our Grass Roots partner Celyna of @celynacilantro. Celyna is a recipe creator and food enthusiast who shares fresh, approachable meals inspired by wholesome ingredients and everyday cooking. Follow along on Instagram at @celynacilantro for delicious recipe inspiration, seasonal dishes, and creative ways to bring nourishing meals to your table.
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makes:5-6
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total time:20 mins
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cooking difficulty:Easy
Ingredients
Utensils
- Bowl to mix ingredients and refrigerate
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the pot and let cool slightly before shredding.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the bacon. Place the bacon slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, or until the bacon is golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool before crumbling into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, plain yogurt, green grapes, cucumbers, green onion, red pearl onions, green apple, lime juice, cilantro, and crumbled bacon.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix until everything is evenly coated in the dressing.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to come together.
Serve chilled and, if desired, top with crispy fried garlic for an extra layer of crunch.
Enjoy on its own, scoop it onto tostada shells, serve with crackers, or pile it onto a buttery croissant for the perfect refreshing summer meal.