Description
Waldorf chicken salad brings classic American elegance to your plate with crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and tender chicken. Creamy dressing and fresh herbs create a perfect balance of flavors you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups (480 ml) chopped cooked chicken
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup (240 ml) diced apples
- 1 cup (240 ml) seedless grapes (cut in half)
- ½ cup (120 ml) diced celery
Nuts and Dressing:
- ½ cup (120 ml) chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) honey
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Gather cooked chicken, crisp red or green grapes, tart green apples, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Whisk together creamy mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and golden honey in a separate small bowl until the mixture becomes smooth and well-incorporated.
- Taste the dressing and fine-tune the balance of tangy and sweet notes by adjusting the lemon juice or honey according to your preference.
- Gently fold the prepared dressing into the chicken mixture, ensuring each ingredient is delicately coated with the creamy sauce.
- Season the salad with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, distributing the seasonings evenly for a harmonious flavor profile.
- Allow the salad to rest for 10-15 minutes, enabling the ingredients to meld and the flavors to develop fully.
- Serve the Waldorf chicken salad chilled or at room temperature, nestled inside whole wheat pitas, spread on artisan crackers, layered between rustic bread slices, or atop a bed of crisp mixed greens for a versatile and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Discover a delightful twist on the classic Waldorf salad by transforming it into a protein-packed chicken version.
- Fresh ingredients dance together, creating a symphony of textures from crisp apples to crunchy walnuts and tender chicken.
- Homemade dressing brings magic, blending tangy lemon with sweet honey for a creamy and irresistible coating.
- Versatile recipe allows for multiple serving options, from elegant lunch plates to quick picnic-ready sandwiches.
- Perfect make-ahead dish that stays fresh and flavorful, ideal for meal prepping or unexpected guests.
- Nutritious and satisfying combination delivers a balance of protein, fruits, and nuts in every delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 394 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg