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Chicken Salad with Apples

Chicken Salad with Apples: A Crunchy Delight for Lunch

Chicken Salad with Apples combines rotisserie chicken and fresh apples for a nutritious lunch option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken Using rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 1 cup finely diced Honeycrisp apples Preferred for crunch and sweetness.
  • ½ cup dried cranberries Can substitute with dried tart cherries.
  • ⅓ cup sliced almonds Feel free to use walnuts or pecans.
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced green onions Optional for added freshness.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Adjust according to personal preference.
  • ¼ cup sour cream Light sour cream can be swapped.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Offers a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Brightens the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard Enhances depth of flavor.
  • salt Essential for seasoning.
  • pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup of mayonnaise, ¼ cup of sour cream, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of diced cooked chicken, 1 cup of finely diced Honeycrisp apples, ½ cup of dried cranberries, and ⅓ cup of sliced almonds. Optionally, add ¼ cup of thinly sliced green onions. Toss gently to mix.
  3. Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken salad mixture, ensuring even coating. Gently fold the dressing into the salad for about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Taste the Chicken Salad with Apples and adjust the seasoning as needed. This may involve adding salt or a drizzle of honey for sweetness.
  5. Serve immediately in sandwiches or wraps, or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use freshly diced rotisserie chicken for the best flavor. Refrigerating the salad enhances the taste.

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