Description
A simple chicken salad recipe featuring crisp apples and sharp cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped red apple
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the shredded chicken, celery, chopped apple, and cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- Serve this salad on lettuce leaves or bread for sandwiches.
- You can substitute walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 95
Keywords: apple, cheddar, chicken salad, lunch, quick, easy