I am always experimenting with simple recipes that are easy to throw together during a hectic weekend. And one I’ve used for a long time is my Chicken Salad with Grapes & Tarragon. It comes together quickly, is hearty, and packs a punch with great flavor. It can be enjoyed as a salad or with a crusty baguette. And, I never thought about using it for Simply Paired until recently.
There are many different chicken salad recipes you can find online. Some of these recipes are very good while others are just ordinary. This recipe and pairing is the epitome of what Simply Paired is all about. Take the ordinary and make it extraordinary by elevating the experience with a complimentary wine pairing. I’ve paired this recipe with a White Burgundy from France because I love the balance between the fresh fruit on the nose and the medium body on the palate. It matches the creaminess of the chicken salad and there is an herbaceous quality in the wine that ties beautifully to the fresh tarragon.
The perfect pairing for a Spring picnic lunch! To learn more about French White Burgundy wines, click here.
Chicken Salad with Grapes & Tarragon
Ingredients
- 1 cup green grapes
- ¼ cup of chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
- 3 cups diced cooked chicken breast
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Zest of lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
Directions
- Step 1 Slice the grapes in half and place in a medium-size bowl. Add the scallions, tarragon, and chicken. Stir to combine.
- Step 2 In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt & pepper. Add the dressing to the chicken mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Step 3 To serve, place bibb lettuce on a cheeseboard. Add some chicken salad to each lettuce leaf. Garnish with grapes. Serve with French baguette and glass of White Burgundy wine!
