Chicken Salad with Apple Slices

Chicken Salad with Apple Slices

Tender chicken and crisp apples combine in a creamy, lightly sweet salad.

Total 20 min Makes 4 servings Calories 385/serving

Dietary

Wheat free, Dairy free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Eggs, Tree nuts

This chicken salad pairs shredded rotisserie chicken with crunchy apples, celery, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing brightened with lemon juice. A handful of toasted walnuts adds texture, making it a satisfying lunch on its own, in a sandwich, or scooped over greens.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 apple, cored and diced, plus extra slices for garnish
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced apple, celery, red onion, and toasted walnuts.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until evenly coated.

  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve garnished with fresh apple slices.

Rate this recipe

★ 3.9 (1)

Chicken Salad with Apple Slices

This chicken salad pairs shredded rotisserie chicken with crunchy apples, celery, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing brightened with lemon juice. A handful of toasted walnuts adds texture, making it a satisfying lunch on its own, in a sandwich, or scooped over greens.

20 min 4 servings 385 cal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 apple, cored and diced, plus extra slices for garnish
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced apple, celery, red onion, and toasted walnuts.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve garnished with fresh apple slices.