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Chicken Salad with Apples: A Refreshing Twist Recipe!

A refreshing twist on traditional chicken salad, featuring apples for a sweet crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 medium apple cored and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup celery diced
  • 1/2 cup red grapes halved
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves for serving optional

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced apple, diced celery, halved grapes, and chopped walnuts if using.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or in a sandwich, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of curry powder to the dressing for a unique twist.
  • Substitute the walnuts with pecans or omit them entirely for a nut-free version.

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