Chicken Salad with Apples Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Chicken Salad with Apples combines tender chicken, crisp apples, and crunchy add-ins in creamy dressing for refreshing lunches. Ready in 15 minutes, it serves 4 with sweet-tart balance and perfect crunch.

Why This Recipe Works

Rotisserie chicken saves time while staying juicy. Apples add natural sweetness and texture contrast. Greek yogurt lightens mayo without sacrificing creaminess. Cranberries and nuts provide chew and crunch.

Ingredients & Prep

Salad Base:

• 3 cups cooked chicken, diced (rotisserie works best)
• 1 cup apple, diced (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• ½ cup celery, finely chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, diced
• ⅓ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup walnuts or almonds, chopped

Dressing:

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Dice chicken, apple, celery, onion; chop nuts.
2. Whisk mayo, yogurt, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper until smooth.
3. Toss all ingredients together; chill 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
4. Serve on croissants, lettuce wraps, or crackers.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate airtight up to 4 days. Stir before serving as dressing may separate.

FAQs

Browned apples?
Toss in lemon juice immediately.

Too dry?
Add extra yogurt; rotisserie chicken varies.

Nut-free?
Swap sunflower seeds.

Conclusion

Chicken Salad with Apples crunch-hugs lunches refreshing perfection.

Chicken Salad with Apples Recipe

Print Recipe

This creamy chicken salad with apples combines tender chicken, crisp apples, crunchy celery, and sweet cranberries in a light yogurt-mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups, it’s ready in 15 minutes.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Lunch
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
• 1 cup apple diced (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
• 1/3 cup red onion finely diced
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries
• 1/3 cup toasted almonds or pecans chopped
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

• 1. Shred or dice cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
• 2. Combine chicken, apple, celery, onion, cranberries, and nuts in large bowl.
• 3. Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper in small bowl.
• 4. Pour dressing over chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
• 5. Chill 30 minutes for flavors to meld (optional).
• 6. Serve on bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps.

Notes

• Use rotisserie chicken for easiest prep.
• Toast nuts for extra flavor and crunch.
• Store in airtight container up to 4 days.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 3/4 cup
• Calories: 320
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 450mg
• Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 25g
• Cholesterol: 70mg

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