Apple Walnut Chicken Salad
A nostalgic blend of crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, tender chicken, and a creamy dressing that embodies the heart of French cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Balanced
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced)
- 1 large apple (crisp variety)
- ½ cup walnuts (chopped)
- 1 cup celery (diced)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Chicken: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 25-30 minutes or until cooked through, then chop.
- Chop the Apples: Dice into small cubes and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Dice the Celery: Slice into thin half-moons for even crunch.
- Toast the Walnuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Make the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a large bowl, mixing well.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add chicken, apples, celery, and walnuts to the bowl and fold gently.
- Season to Taste: Adjust salt and pepper according to preference.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving over greens or in a bowl.
Notes
For variations, try adding dried cranberries, a dash of cayenne, or substituting chickpeas for a nut-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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