Sonoma Chicken Salad Whole Foods Copycat

5 4 Published Aug 02, 2024, Updated Sep 09, 2024 This chicken salad was inspired by my love for the Whole Foods salad bar. Even though I haven’t been in forever, I vividly remember always getting the Sonoma chicken salad every time I stopped by Whole Foods (along with the garlicky kale salad and crackling cauliflower). I was craving this salad the other week, so I thought it was about time to recreate this dish at home so I could make it whenever my heart desires. As soon as I made it, I remembered why I loved this chicken salad so much! It’s SO flavorful and has the perfect balance of savory, sweet and crunchy. Plus, just like with all my chicken salads this recipe is super easy to make, especially if you use a store-bought rotisserie chicken or prep your shredded chicken in advance. I love meal prepping my slow cooker shredded chicken to have on hand for salads like this one throughout the week.

shredded chicken – I love using rotisserie chicken for this recipe because it’s quick and easy, but you can also use my foolproof method for slow cooker shredded chicken or instant pot shredded chicken. red grapes – halved grapes add a burst of sweetness and juicy texture that pairs perfectly with the savory chicken. pecans – adds a delightful crunch and a nutty flavor. I suggest toasting them for extra flavor! red onion and celery – these veggies add a little texture, crunch and color to the salad. mayonnaise and greek yogurt – the combo of the two binds the ingredients together with a creamy texture. I love using greek yogurt as a sub for some of the mayo because it has less fat and calories and more protein. When it comes to mayo, I love using the Primal Kitchen avocado oil mayo, which is sugar-free, dairy-free and refined oil-free. apple cider vinegar – helps by balancing the sweetness of the grapes and honey. honey – just a touch to add natural sweetness to the dressing. poppy seeds – these add a bit of texture and a subtle nutty flavor to the salad.

How to Make Sonoma Chicken Salad

Serving Suggestions

There are so many ways to serve this rotisserie chicken salad. Here are some serving suggestions:

With crackers: Serve this chicken salad with crackers for a snack or light lunch. Try my almond flour crackers. As a sandwich: Make sonoma chicken salad sandwiches by serving it on sourdough bread or croissants. I love adding tomato slices, red onion and lettuce or spinach to make it a full sandwich. Lettuce wraps: If you prefer a low-carb and gluten-free option, use large lettuce leaves (such as iceberg or butter lettuce) as wraps and fill them with the chicken salad. Over greens: Top a bed of greens with this chicken salad for a meal-sized salad or serve it in lettuce leaves for lettuce wraps.

Storing Leftovers

Store any leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. When ready to serve, give the salad a good stir and add any additional seasoning if needed. If it seems a bit dry, you can add a little more Greek yogurt or mayonnaise to freshen it up.