Ultimate Guide: Recreate Newk’s Famous Chicken Salad at Home
Recreate the iconic Newk’s Chicken Salad at home with this easy, step-by-step recipe. Creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor, perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Cutting Board For chopping chicken, celery, and grapes
- Mixing Bowl To combine all ingredients
- Measuring Cups & Spoons For accurate ingredient portions
- Airtight Container For storing leftovers
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked diced chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup red grapes halved
- ¼ cup celery finely chopped
- ¼ cup pecans chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Add the diced chicken, chopped celery, halved grapes, and pecans to the bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve on croissants, lettuce wraps, or over mixed greens. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier version, swap mayo for Greek yogurt.
- To add more crunch, try walnuts or almonds instead of pecans.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or fresh herbs.