Best 8 Chicken Salad With Apples And Walnuts Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Chicken Salad with Apples and Walnuts, a culinary masterpiece that marries the savory essence of chicken with the crisp sweetness of apples and the nutty crunch of walnuts. This delightful salad is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, offering a refreshing and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a delightful side dish, or even as a sophisticated appetizer. With variations ranging from a classic mayonnaise-based dressing to a tangy Greek yogurt dressing, and the option to add celery, grapes, or dried cranberries, this recipe caters to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the perfect Chicken Salad with Apples and Walnuts recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES, GRAPES, AND WALNUTS



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I had chicken breasts left over from a BBQ I had and decided to make a chicken salad. I couldn't find a recipe that I liked so I played around and came up with this. It is delicious!

Provided by Jo Stinnett-Junkins

Categories     Salad

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cooked chicken breasts, shredded
2 Granny Smith apples, cut into small chunks
2 cups chopped walnuts, or to taste
½ red onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup vanilla yogurt
5 tablespoons creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
25 seedless red grapes, halved

Steps:

  • Toss shredded chicken, apple chunks, walnuts, red onion, celery, and lemon juice together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk vanilla yogurt, salad dressing, and mayonnaise together in a separate bowl; pour over the chicken mixture and stir to coat. Gently fold the grapes into the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 127.5 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS



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Apples and walnuts add crunch to this chicken salad that makes for the perfect midday meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Half of a leftover chicken from Easy Thyme-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes
2 peeled and thinly sliced Golden Delicious apples
3 to 4 thinly sliced celery stalks
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Remove skin from half of a leftover thyme-roasted chicken.
  • Shred meat, and add to dressing. Add apples, celery stalks and walnuts. Serve over a bed of lettuce.

SWEET APPLE-WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



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This light salad is based on one that is found on the menu of a large chain arcade/restaurant menu.

Provided by Scott K

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
4 cups salad greens
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced
½ cup candied walnuts
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup raspberry vinaigrette, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Season chicken with seasoned salt and grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Mix salad greens, apple slices, walnuts, and blue cheese together in a bowl. Drizzle raspberry vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat; divide salad between 2 plates.
  • Cut chicken into strips and place half the strips atop each salad portion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 77.3 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1206.4 mg, Sugar 22.3 g

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES & WALNUTS



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A little spin on the classic chicken salad. I found this recipe in a Schwan's Home Service Catalog. The only real reason it caught my attention is because they served it in Oranges and it looked good - otherwise I probably would not have even taken a second look. I am glad I did ... this is yummy!

Provided by Pvt Amys Mom

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken breasts, filets cooked and diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise (fat free or low fat may be substituted)
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 fresh onion, diced
1 cup apple, chopped (or grapes, I like apples)
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Stir together prepared chicken, mayo, celery, onion, apples, nuts and pepper.
  • It looks great if you serve it in an orange peel and it is easy to clean up!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1732.1, Fat 112.3, SaturatedFat 23.1, Cholesterol 401.8, Sodium 1244.1, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 23.4, Protein 127.4

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES



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Mix your fruits and veggies with our tangy Chicken Salad with Apples! Walnuts, celery and apples pack a powerful crunch in this dish. Serve it as a side with mealtime or and serve with a side of bread.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings, 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/4 tsp. black pepper
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 green onions, sliced
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 apple, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add mayo mixture; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 110 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 14 g

WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cooked chicken, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
4 tablespoons dill pickle relish
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken through relish; mix well.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Pour creamy dressing mixture into chicken salad mixture and mix everything together well.
  • Serve on lettuce or croissants/rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.9, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 176.6, Sodium 496.9, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5, Protein 26.4

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS



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Make and share this Chicken Salad With Apples and Walnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swirlycinnacakes

Categories     Lactose Free

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 1/2 pounds)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup apple juice
1 tart apple, diced
1 cup walnuts or 1 cup pecan pieces, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Spray 9x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Lay chicken breasts in pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and pour the apple juice over chicken; cover tightly and bake 10 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Dice apple and place in large bowl.
  • When chicken is cooled completely, chop and add to apples, then add nuts.
  • Cool and place on lettuce leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.2, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 79.5, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 11.1, Protein 31.8

APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Apple Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WendyMaq

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 ounces cooked chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch-3/4-inch chunks
1/2 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup apple, chopped
2 ounces walnuts, chopped
1 tablespoon raisins
1/3 cup Italian dressing, low sugar
bibb lettuce

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, gently stir together chicken, celery, apple, walnuts, and raisins.
  • Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
  • Serve on a bed of Bibb lettuce.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of dark and light meat chicken.
  • To make sure the chicken is evenly cooked, cook it over medium heat.
  • Shred the chicken into small pieces for even distribution throughout the salad.
  • Use a variety of apples for different flavors and textures.
  • If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
  • Add a celery stalk for extra crunch.
  • For a creamy salad, add 1/2 cup of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad with apples and walnuts is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it's also great for picnics and potlucks. With its combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.

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