If you’re looking for a quick, nourishing meal that checks all the boxes—clean ingredients, blood sugar-friendly, dairy-free, and family approved—this Crunchy Chicken Salad is your new best friend. It’s a staple in our kitchen, especially during busy weeks when I need something I can prep ahead and grab on the go. Plus, it’s so versatile you can serve it five different ways and never get bored.
Whether you’re fueling your own body, packing lunches for your kids, or prepping for a weekend picnic, this recipe is a simple way to get real food on the table—fast.
✨ 6 Ways to Serve It
This is the kind of meal you can make once and serve all week in different ways:
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Lettuce Wraps – Spoon into crisp romaine leaves or butter lettuce cups.
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Grain-Free Wraps – Use Siete tortillas or a simple homemade wrap.
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Sourdough Toast – Top with microgreens, sprouts, or everything bagel seasoning.
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Stuffed Avocado – Slice an avocado in half and pile it high.
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Lunch Bowls – Serve over greens with roasted sweet potatoes and a drizzle of olive oil.
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Snack Plate – Enjoy as a dip with Simple Mills crackers or veggie sticks.
🛒 Clean Ingredient Swaps I Use
These are staples in my kitchen and help me keep things clean, blood sugar-friendly, and flavorful:
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Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Mayo – dairy-free + made with clean oils
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Siete Almond Flour Tortillas – grain-free, flexible, and kid-approved
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Simple Mills Almond Crackers – a clean, crunchy dipper
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Flourish & Roam Farms Chicken – high-quality protein from pasture-raised chicken
✅ TIP: Make a double batch and store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. It’s a lifesaver for busy weeks!
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS FOR WOMEN & FAMILIES:
As a mom focused on gut health, balanced energy, and clean food, I created this recipe to be flexible, fast, and full of nourishing ingredients. It’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and made with wholesome textures that make each bite satisfying—without the blood sugar crash.
It’s also a fun one to let your kids help make. My daughter loves tossing everything into the bowl and giving it a good stir—bonus points for extra kitchen helpers!
Dairy-Free Crunchy Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cup cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie works great)
- 1/3 cup dairy-free mayo — I love using Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Mayo
- ⅓ cup diced celery
- ¼ cup sliced almonds or sunflower seeds (adds crunch + healthy fats)
- ⅓ cup Orange, red or yellow bell pepper
- 1 whole cucumber
- 2 Tbsp. fresh dill, chopped
- Sea salt + black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine chicken, mayo, lemon juice, and seasoning in a large bowl.
- Add celery, carrots, apples, and nuts or seeds. Mix well to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill for 30 minutes (optional, but great for letting the flavors meld).
READY TO FUEL YOUR WEEK THE SIMPLE WAY?
If you try this Crunchy Chicken Salad, tag me on Instagram @dishingupgrace—I love seeing how you make clean eating fun + doable in your home!
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