Chicken Salad Sandwich Mix with Apples and Cranberries
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Chicken Salad Sandwich Mix featuring the perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors! Tender cooked chicken breast combines with crisp diced apples, tart dried cranberries, and crunchy celery, creating a delightful medley of textures. A creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a hint of honey brings it all together, while a splash of lemon juice adds a refreshing tang. For an optional nutty crunch, toss in some chopped walnuts. This easy, no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and makes an ideal filling for sandwiches, croissants, or wraps—or enjoy it atop a bed of greens for a lighter twist. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or quick lunches, this chicken salad delivers in both flavor and versatility!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 1 medium (diced) Apple
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 2 stalks (diced) Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely diced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, diced apple, dried cranberries, diced celery, and finely diced red onion.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
If using chopped walnuts, fold them into the mixture for added crunch and flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.
Chill the chicken salad mix in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the chicken salad on your choice of bread, croissants, or wraps, or enjoy it on a bed of lettuce for a lighter option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.4 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 410 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 1787 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.1 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.5 g | ||
| Protein | 123.1 g | 246% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 584 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
