Chicken Waldorf Salad
Chicken Waldorf Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken, crisp apples, sweet grapes, and crunchy walnuts in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, lunch, or dinner, this salad delivers vibrant colors and textures that make every bite a delightful burst of flavor. Elevate your meal prep with this versatile recipe that’s sure to impress at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups diced tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 1 cup halved seedless grapes (red or green)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by poaching in simmering water seasoned with salt and pepper for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool and chop.
- While cooling, prepare the produce by dicing apples, halving grapes, and chopping celery.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Combine chicken with apples, grapes, celery, walnuts, and dressing; toss gently.
- Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg