Apple Walnut Chicken Salad
I think you’ll fall in love with this apple walnut chicken salad.
It’s basically waldorf chicken salad with rotisserie chicken, celery, grapes, honeycrisp apples and walnuts tossed in a creamy yogurt dressing.
It’ll be your new favorite, I’m sure of it.
How to make apple walnut chicken salad
Ingredients Needed
- Plain Greek yogurt. For tanginess and because it contains protein and probiotics.
- Mayonnaise. Adds creamy richness and plays nicely with the tang of the yogurt.
- Dijon. For the flavor. IYKYK.
- Honey. To balance everything out.
- Chicken breast. You can cook a few chicken breasts and let them cool (see the recipe below for instructions) or chop up a rotisserie chicken.
- Apples. Any crisp apple will work.
- Celery. For crunch and freshness.
- Grapes. Your favorite seedless grape will work.
- Walnuts. You can toast them first, if you want a bit more nuttiness and texture.
Equipment Needed
- A cutting board and chef’s knife.
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- A big bowl.
- A spatula or spoon.
- Storage/meal prep containers.
- Plates and forks for serving.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon, honey, salt and black pepper until combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
- Mix in the salad ingredients: Fold in the cooked chicken, apples, celery, grapes and walnuts until combined.
- Serve or store: Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator.
Storage Tips
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
- This recipe does not freeze well. However, you can use thawed frozen chicken for the recipe.
Serving Tips
- Serve in lettuce cups.
- Serve on whole grain bread to make a sammie.
- Serve with whole grain crackers.
- Serve as-is. Eat it with a spoon or fork!
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Apple Walnut Chicken Salad
Waldorf chicken salad with rotisserie chicken, celery, grapes, honeycrisp apples and walnuts tossed in a creamy yogurt dressing.
- Prep Time: 10-15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 10-15 mins
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Entree
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½–1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (from about 1 ½-pounds raw)
- 1 medium apple, diced
- 2 medium stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup green or red seedless grapes, halved
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon, honey, salt and black pepper until combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
- Fold in the cooked chicken, apples, celery, grapes and walnuts until combined.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator.
Notes
Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Serving Tips: Serve the chicken salad as-is, in lettuce cups, on whole grain bread or with whole grain crackers.
Cooking Tip: Be sure to cook the chicken in advance. It can be sautéed in a hot, oiled skillet on the stove or roasted in the oven. Be sure the chicken reaches 165 degrees and is fully cooled before adding it to the salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 362mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
This is a fantastic recipe! The honey and Dijon mustard really makes it stand out.
I am so glad you loved it, Kate! It’s seriously so good. 🙂
I have made this several times and it is absolutely the best in my opinion. The only adjustment I made is I use all Greek yogurt and substitute craisins for the grapes. The flavor profile is off the charts. Definitely a keeper in my recipe files.
That makes me so happy to hear, Melody! It’s definitely a favorite in our house, too!
Absolutely a refreshing dish, my husband and I really enjoyed the chicken dish over a bed of salad.
That sounds amazing! So glad you enjoyed it, Madeline! 🙂
Really really like this recipe. However the only mustard I had was Koops horseradish mustard. It worked out sooo good. Thank you.
I’m so happy you loved it, Bob! Thank you for leaving a comment – it made my day! P.S. I’m also a fan of horseradish mustard!!
This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad looks absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors, and it seems like a perfect dish for a light lunch. Can’t wait to try it out!
This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad sounds absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and the crunch of the walnuts. Perfect for a healthy lunch. Can’t wait to try it out!
I hope you love it!!
This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad sounds delicious! I love the combination of flavors and how healthy it is. Can’t wait to try it for a refreshing lunch option!
This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad looks absolutely delicious and perfect for a refreshing lunch! I love the combination of flavors and the crunch of the walnuts. Can’t wait to try it out this weekend! Thanks for sharing this healthy recipe!
This Apple Walnut Chicken Salad sounds absolutely delicious! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and adding walnuts for crunch is a brilliant idea. Can’t wait to give this recipe a try—perfect for a light lunch or dinner! Thanks for sharing!