Chicken Salad with Apples
A delightful mix of savory and sweet, this chicken salad with apples is perfect for light lunches or quick dinners, bringing a refreshing twist to traditional recipes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 cup apples, diced (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
- Bread or rolls (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Gather your fresh ingredients.
- Combine chicken, apples, celery, and onions in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the dressing and add it to the mixture.
- Season to taste and mix thoroughly.
- Chill briefly before serving for enhanced flavors.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option or use different apple varieties according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/crisp-apple-chicken-salad/