Best 4 Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure featuring a vibrant Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad.** This delectable dish combines the sweet crunch of crisp apples, the nutty flavor of toasted walnuts, and tender, succulent chicken, all harmoniously blended in a creamy, tangy dressing. Prepare to embark on a flavor journey that will leave you craving more.

**Savor the delightful Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Sandwich:** This classic sandwich is elevated with the addition of sweet, crisp apples and crunchy walnuts, creating a symphony of textures and flavors.

**Indulge in the refreshing Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Wrap:** Experience a lighter, healthier alternative with this wrap, where the vibrant flavors of the salad are perfectly complemented by the soft, pliable tortilla.

**Explore the vibrant Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Croissant:** This decadent pastry is filled with the delectable chicken salad, making it a perfect brunch or lunch option.

**Uncover the hidden gem of the Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Pita Pocket:** Discover a burst of flavors in every bite as the fluffy pita bread envelops the creamy chicken salad, creating a delightful handheld meal.

**Embark on a flavor odyssey with the Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Lettuce Cups:** Experience a low-carb, gluten-free delight as the crisp lettuce cups cradle the flavorful chicken salad, offering a refreshing and satisfying meal.

**Prepare to be captivated by the Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Mini Tarts:** These elegant appetizers are sure to impress your guests, featuring flaky pastry shells filled with the creamy chicken salad, a true delight for any occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD- APPLEBEE'S COPYCAT



Apple Walnut Chicken Salad- Applebee's Copycat image

Marinated grilled chicken tossed with greens, apple, blue cheese, candied walnuts and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

Provided by Christin Mahrlig

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 31

3 cups water
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon hickory-flavored liquid smoke
1 boneless chicken breasts, (pounded to 1/2-inch thickness)
oil
ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
pinch ground black pepper
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
pinch of cayenne pepper
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
4 cups chopped red leaf lettuce
1 apple, (diced)
1/2 small red onion, (sliced)
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Make chicken marinade. Combine water, salt, garlic powder, and liquid smoke in a medium bowl. Mix to dissolve salt. Place chicken in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Make balsamic vinaigrette. Whisk together all ingredients except oil in a medium bowl. Gradually pour oil in while whisking continuously. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Make candied walnuts. Combine (in order listed) the peanut oil, honey, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a medium skillet over medium heat. When mixture starts to bubble, add walnuts and stir constantly until sugar begins to caramelize. Turn off heat and keep stirring walnuts so they do not burn. After 1 minute of stirring. Pour nuts onto a piece of wax paper to cool.
  • Grill chicken. Heat a gas grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and blot dry with paper towels. Rub with oil and season with pepper. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until done. Let cool and slice.
  • For each salad, toss together 2 cups romaine, 2 cups red leaf lettuce, half of the apple, onion, celery, and blue cheese. Mix in desired amount of dressing and top with sliced chicken and walnuts.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS



Chicken Salad with Apples and Walnuts image

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.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES, GRAPES, AND WALNUTS



Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Walnuts image

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

SWEET APPLE-WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



Sweet Apple-Walnut Chicken Salad image

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

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Fuji are all good choices.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. This will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken from the store. Just be sure to remove the skin and bones before shredding it.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the salad. Over-mixing will make the chicken tough and the salad will become mushy.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Sweet Apple Walnut Chicken Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and creamy mayonnaise is irresistible. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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