Creamy Grape Salad + VIDEO (Copycat Chicken Salad Chick recipe!) (2024)

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This grape salad is a copycat recipe of Chicken Salad Chick's side dish. This is the BEST creamy grape salad with a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping.

You are in for a treat with this copycat recipe of Chicken Salad Chick's Grape Salad! We've tested this recipe many times and think this is the BEST! If you like grape salad, you may want to also try our citrus fruit salad or glazed fruit salad recipes.

What is Grape Salad?

Grape salad is simply green and red grapes mixed into a sweet cream cheese icing and topped with brown sugar and pecans. It's a side dish or a dessert!

Copycat Chicken Salad Chick Recipe

Aside from serving delicious variations of chicken salad, Chicken Salad Chick's most popular side dish is grape salad. When I was ordering, I couldn't believe the description -- "Red & green seedless grapes covered in a sweet cream cheese mixture, topped with brown sugar & crushed pecans." Say what!?

It sounded too weird to be good, but the individual taking my order insisted I give it a try. So I did, and I'm so glad! The creamy dressing mixed with the grapes, and then topped with brown sugar and pecans is a perfect combination!

Recipe Tested

I loved Chicken Salad Chick's grape salad so much I just had to leave a few bites for Ben -- because I knew he wouldn't believe me based on the description only. He had to try it for himself!

As I had predicted, he loved it, too. He immediately asked me to recreate the recipe so we could enjoy it more often at home. I scoured the internet and combined a few recipes and tips I found, then tested many times, to come up with what I think are the perfect measurements for a copycat recipe.

Ingredients

(full printable recipe at end of this post)

I like to focus on recipes with easy and accessible ingredients right from the grocery store or already in your pantry. Below are the ingredients that make up grape salad.

  • Cream cheese (8 oz.)
  • Granulated sugar (½ cup)
  • Brown sugar (½ cup)
  • Sour Cream (8 oz.)
  • Vanilla extract (3 tsp)
  • Red and green grapes (2 lb. of each)
  • Pecans (½ cup, chopped)

As you can see, these are all very basic ingredients that when combined create such explosive flavor!

How to Make Grape Salad

Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the step-by-step instructions and video on how to make this creamy salad. The general steps are as follows:

  1. Mix softened cream cheese, white sugar, sour cream and vanilla with an electric mixer.
  2. Stir in the grapes with a rubber spatula and refrigerate.
  3. When ready to serve, top with brown sugar and pecans.

That's it! Easy right?

I sometimes serve this in a bowl and other times in a 9x13 dish so the topping can be spread among a larger area of the grapes. Either way is just as great! I saw a photo on Pinterest that one of my readers served her grape salad in a trifle bowl!

Grape Salad Recipe with Yogurt

If you are not a fan of sour cream, you can substitute Greek yogurt instead. Sub with the same amount.

Miniature Candy Bars

Another fun idea is to add bite sized candy bars to this grape salad! I recommend Snickers. You can chop up a full size bar into bite sized pieces to be more cost effective.

More Creamy Salad Recipes

  • Snickers Taffy Apple Salad
  • Strawberry Jell-O Fluff Salad
  • Glazed Fruit Salad

Made this recipe? Leave a star rating and tag me on Instagram @seededtable so I can see. I love hearing from you!

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Creamy Grape Salad + VIDEO (Copycat Chicken Salad Chick recipe!) (5)

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4.75 from 66 votes

Creamy Grape Salad

This grape salad is a copycat recipe of Chicken Salad Chick's Grape Salad side dish. This is the BEST creamy grape salad with a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Chill Time1 hour hr

Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course: Dessert, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Copycat Chicken Salad Chick's Grape Salad recipe, easy grape salad, Grape Salad, grape salad recipe

Servings: 16 servings

Calories: 252kcal

Author: Nikki Gladd

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese , at room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz. sour cream
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 lb red seedless grapes , washed and dried
  • 2 lb green seedless grapes , washed and dried
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup pecans , chopped

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Stir in the sour cream and vanilla and beat again until light and creamy.

  • Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, fold the grapes into the bowl of cream cheese mixture.Cover and chill until ready to serve.Right before serving, transfer to serving dish and sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans.

Video

Notes

  • This recipe can be easily halved for a smaller crowd.
  • Use less cream cheese and sour cream if you'd like it less creamy.
  • Nutrition information is an estimate only.

Nutrition

Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 449IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg

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Creamy Grape Salad + VIDEO (Copycat Chicken Salad Chick recipe!) (2024)

FAQs

What is chicken salad Chick chicken salad made of? ›

Classic Carol

All white meat, shredded chicken, finely minced celery, mayonnaise, & our secret seasoning.

Who started putting grapes in chicken salad? ›

One of the first American forms of chicken salad was served by Town Meats in Wakefield, Rhode Island, in 1863. The original owner, Liam Gray, mixed his leftover chicken with mayonnaise, tarragon, and grapes. This became such a popular item that the meat market was converted to a delicatessen.

Why is my chicken salad so bland? ›

There could be several reasons why your chicken salad is bland. Here are some common factors to consider: Lack of Seasoning: One of the most common reasons for bland chicken salad is insufficient seasoning. Make sure to add enough salt, pepper, and other seasonings like herbs and spices to enhance the flavor.

What is the Jennifer Aniston salad? ›

For lunch, she had what is now known as the Jennifer Aniston salad: bulgur wheat, cucumber, herbs, chickpeas, feta, red onion, and pistachios. I immediately set out to make it myself.

Is there mayo in chicken salad chick? ›

When our Original Chick, Stacy, set out in search of the perfect chicken salad, she found that the only two key components anyone could agree on were chicken and mayonnaise. From there, she developed recipes to please every palate, everything from the traditional to the savory, fruity, and spicy.

What is the classic carol at chicken salad chick? ›

The Classic Carol chicken salad from Chicken Salad Chick is their first and most basic chicken salad. No frills here – just delicious white meat chicken, celery, mayo and a touch of their "secret" seasoning!

Does chicken salad chick have celery in their chicken salad? ›

Classic Carol – Delicious all-white meat, shredded chicken, finely minced celery, mayo, and our blend of secret seasoning that will keep you coming back for more!

What kind of bread does chicken salad chick use? ›

Options include White, Wheatberry & Croissants. Availability varies by location.

Why do people put grapes in chicken salad? ›

While you don't have to incorporate grapes to make your dish a true chicken salad, there are plenty of reasons to do so. Amidst tender, creamy, and crunchy ingredients, quartered grapes provide the perfect burst of juicy sweetness in your mouth that you just can't get from, say, dried cranberries.

Why is it called Chicken Salad Chick? ›

When Upton told Brown she wasn't allowed to run the business from her kitchen, the decision to open a take-out place was made. Stacy's late husband and co-founder, Kevin Brown, came up with the idea she should name the chicken salad flavors after real women in Kevin & Stacy's lives, hence the “chicks”.

Why do I feel sick after eating chicken salad? ›

For instance, you can be hit with severe nausea and vomiting just an hour after eating contaminated chicken salad that has a type of toxin-producing bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus.

What not to do when preparing chicken salad? ›

Overcooked or dry chicken

To ensure that your chicken salad tastes the way that it should, you should avoid using overcooked or dry chicken in your recipe. Unfortunately, as we cook chicken, the moisture of the bird slowly evaporates.

Why am I still hungry after eating chicken salad? ›

Your lunch choice may lack sufficient protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Consider adding sources of lean protein, healthy fats (like avocado or nuts), and high-fiber vegetables to your meal to increase satiety.

What is grape salad made of? ›

This simple Grape Salad Recipe is full of fresh red grapes that are tossed in a sweet cream cheese dressing and sprinkled with brown sugar and pecans. It can be served as a side dish or dessert, and it's perfect for spring, summer, holidays, and parties!

How many calories are in the grape salad from chicken salad chick? ›

Chicken Salad Chick Grape Salad with Topping (4 oz) contains 31g total carbs, 29g net carbs, 8g fat, 3g protein, and 150 calories.

Where did chicken salad with grapes come from? ›

The chicken salad that's beloved today originated in Wakefield, Rhode Island. In 1863, Liam Gray, founder of Town Meats, was the first to mix leftover chicken with grapes, mayonnaise and tarragon. From then on, chicken salad was a hit, and Town Meats turned the salad into something of a delicacy.

Why do people put grapes in salad? ›

Making grape salad is the perfect answer to a grape surplus. In addition to their delightfully sweet flavor and juiciness, grapes are rich in vitamins (like vitamin C), fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.

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