Best 3 Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad Recipes

**Tantalizing Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing apple cranberry chicken salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will captivate your taste buds. This delectable dish combines the savory goodness of tender chicken, the sweetness of crisp apples, the tartness of tangy cranberries, and a harmonious blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and spices. Served on a bed of fresh greens or nestled in a soft croissant, this salad promises a satisfying and refreshing meal. With variations featuring grapes, walnuts, and celery, there's a perfect combination for every palate. Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure with our versatile apple cranberry chicken salad, perfect for light lunches, picnics, or as a main course.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD

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At home in Salem, Oregon, Christine Vaught packs her chunky and nutritious salad with crunchy apple and celery, dried cranberries, blue cheese and almonds for a wonderful blend of tastes and textures. HEALTHY OUTLOOK Using fat-free instead of regular mayonnaise in this chicken salad slashes nearly 30 g fat per serving! That makes room in the recipe for tasty bacon, blue cheese and almonds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped red apple
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 lettuce leaves
1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons chopped almonds

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the chicken, celery, apple and cranberries. Stir in mayonnaise. Serve on lettuce; sprinkle with bacon, blue cheese and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RACHEL'S CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD

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This is a great sandwich filling that they make at the diner in the hospital where I work, but I fancied it up a bit with some green onions and pecans. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Delicious!

Provided by Rachel Mehl

Categories Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
¼ green apple, shredded
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD

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-Debbie Emrick, Dundee, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 medium tart green apples, chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
1 small onion, chopped
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the paprika, onion powder and salt; rub over chicken. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack., Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3 to 4-1/2 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. When cool enough to handle, cut chicken into cubes., In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth. Stir in the chicken, apples, cranberries and onion. Serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. They hold their shape well and provide a nice contrast to the sweet cranberries and creamy chicken.
Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked through but still tender and juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
Use high-quality mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is the base of the salad, so it's important to use a good-quality brand. Look for mayonnaise made with cage-free eggs and no added sugar.
Add some crunch: To add some crunch to the salad, add chopped walnuts, pecans, or celery.
Make it ahead: Chicken salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.

Conclusion:

Apple cranberry chicken salad is a delicious, easy-to-make salad that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its sweet, tart, and creamy flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.