Here's a simple and delicious Apple Walnut Chicken Salad recipe that combines savory chicken, crunchy walnuts, and sweet apples. It's perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
1 cup apples, diced (use a sweet-tart apple like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (lightly toasted for extra flavor, optional)
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional for a hint of sweetness)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Mixed greens or lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, apples, walnuts, celery, red onion, and dried cranberries if using.
3. Add Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
4. Serve: Serve the salad over mixed greens or in lettuce leaves. You can also enjoy it as a sandwich filling.
5. Chill (optional): For best results, chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Enjoy your fresh, crunchy, and savory-sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad!