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Chicken Waldorf Salad

Delicious Chicken Waldorf Salad That's Perfect for Any Meal

This Chicken Waldorf Salad combines juicy chicken, crispy apples, and creamy dressing for a delightful, light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • 1 medium diced apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
  • 1 cup seedless grapes halved
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
  • fresh herbs parsley or dill

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir in 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise if desired, then season with salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups of diced cooked chicken breast, 1 diced apple, 1 cup of halved seedless grapes, 1 cup of diced celery, and ½ cup of chopped nuts. Toss to mix.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until coated. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
  4. Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or garnish with fresh herbs as desired. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, serve immediately after tossing with dressing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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