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Chicken Salad with Apples

Delicious Chicken Salad with Apples: A Fresh Twist for Lunch

A quick and customizable chicken salad with apples, perfect for lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Rotisserie or Leftover Chicken Provides the protein base; use canned chicken for extra convenience.
  • 1/2 cup Celery, finely chopped Adds a refreshing crunch; substitute with cucumber if you prefer.
  • 1/3 cup Onion (Red/White), finely diced Brings a sharp flavor to the mix; leeks or shallots can be milder alternatives.
  • 1 cup Apples (Sweet firm types), diced Offers natural sweetness and crispness; swap with pears for a twist.
  • 1/3 cup Dried Cranberries Infuses bursts of sweetness; use raisins or other dried fruit as a substitute.
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Toasted Almonds/Pecans Introduces nuttiness and delightful crunch; walnuts are a good alternative.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Acts as a creamy, lighter dressing; replace with all mayonnaise if you want a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess; you can omit for a lighter texture or use extra Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Brings warmth and depth to the dish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding or chopping 2 cups of rotisserie or leftover chicken into bite-sized pieces. Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Finely chop 1/2 cup of celery and 1/3 cup of onion, then dice 1 cup of your selected sweet apples. Toss these ingredients into the bowl with the chicken.
  3. Fold in 1/3 cup of dried cranberries and 1/3 cup of chopped toasted almonds or pecans. Gently stir to evenly distribute the flavors.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup of mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle over the chicken mixture.
  5. Gently stir the mixture until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve your Chicken Salad with Apples on sandwich bread, in lettuce wraps, or in a wrap.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can freeze for up to 2 months.

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