Cranberry Chicken Salad on Apple Slices
"Delight in a simple Cranberry Chicken Salad served atop crisp apple slices for a refreshing, nutritious lunch that’s bursting with flavor and protein!"
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cooked chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon red onion
- 2 medium sweet red apples
- 3 tablespoons Hellman’s mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup celery
Instructions
- 1
Make the Chicken Salad: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced celery, mayonnaise, chicken broth, dried cranberries, and chopped red onion. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- 2
Cut the Apples: Just before serving, cut the apples into slices approximately 1/4 inch thick, then remove the seeds using a small round cutter or piping tip. To prevent browning if you plan to serve later, you can lightly coat the apple slices with some lemon juice.
- 3
Serve: Generously top each apple slice with the chicken salad mixture and dig in!
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- VariationsOne of the great things about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can easily customize it to suit your dietary needs or taste preferences. Here are a few suggestions: