Chicken Apple Crunch Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Bright, crisp, and full of flavor, this Chicken Apple Crunch Salad combines tender chicken, juicy apples, and a creamy, lightly spiced dressing for the perfect refreshing bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced or shredded)
- 1 cup Gala apples (chopped)
- ½ cup celery (sliced)
- 2 tbsp spring onions (chopped)
- ¼ cup raisins
- ⅓ cup light mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp light sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the light mayonnaise, light sour cream, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Mix the base: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped apples, celery, scallions, and raisins.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated and glossy.
- Chill (optional): Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let the flavors blend and the crunch refresh.
- Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy it on its own, as a sandwich filling, or over a bed of fresh greens.
Notes & Tips
- Use crisp, sweet apples like Gala or Fuji for the best flavor and crunch.
- Swap raisins with cranberries or chopped dates for a fun twist.
- For extra texture, sprinkle toasted nuts or seeds just before serving.
- If you make it ahead, it tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge.
