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Chicken Salad with Apples

Savory Chicken Salad with Apples for a Crisp, Quick Lunch

This Chicken Salad with Apples is a quick, nutritious option for lunch, featuring tender chicken and crisp apples for a delightful flavor balance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Shredded or Cubed Chicken Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for ease.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Celery, chopped Adds refreshing crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Onion, chopped Red or white onion; substitute with green onions if preferred.
  • 2 medium Apples, diced Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or Fuji work best.
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries / Craisins Alternatively, use dried cherries.
For the Nuts
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts (Almonds or Pecans) Can substitute with sunflower seeds for a nut-free option.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Serves as the creamy base.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Enhances creaminess.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by shredding or cubing your cooked chicken, placing it in a spacious mixing bowl.
  2. Finely chop your celery and onion, and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces. Add these to the bowl with the chicken along with dried cranberries and chopped nuts.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper, whisking them together until smooth.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken mixture and blend until all ingredients are combined. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. Serve the Chicken Salad with Apples in lettuce wraps, on crusty bread, or alongside crunchy crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully cooked and cooled before shredding. Adjust dressing to taste; adding honey or lemon juice can enhance flavors. Use fresh ingredients for maximum crunch and flavor.

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