Waldorf Chicken
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this refreshing and satisfying Waldorf Chicken recipe—a delicious twist on the classic Waldorf salad. Featuring tender shredded chicken breast paired with the crisp sweetness of diced apple, juicy halved grapes, and the crunch of celery, this dish is a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Chopped, lightly toasted walnuts add a rich, nutty depth, while a tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and fresh lemon juice ties it all together beautifully. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper, this quick-to-prepare dish is ready in just 15 minutes and can be served chilled on its own or atop romaine lettuce for a fresh and elegant presentation. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a healthy entrée, or a crowd-pleasing party salad, Waldorf Chicken is guaranteed to impress. Keywords: Waldorf Chicken recipe, healthy chicken salad, easy lunch ideas, refreshing salad recipes, chicken and apple salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 medium Apple, diced (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 Celery stalks, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Grapes, halved (red or green seedless)
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped and lightly toasted
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 large Romaine lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken, diced apple, sliced celery, halved grapes, and chopped toasted walnuts. Gently toss to mix.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately if preferred.
For serving, spoon the Waldorf Chicken mixture into a bowl, or serve atop romaine lettuce leaves for a light and elegant presentation.
Enjoy your refreshing and hearty Waldorf Chicken dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 108 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 685 mg | 15% | |
*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.
