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Cranberry Chicken Salad on Apple Slices

Easy Cranberry Chicken Salad on Apple Slices make a sweet, crunchy, protein-packed lunch!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 439 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Cooked Chicken Breast (from a rotisserie chicken, shredded or diced)
  • 1/4 cup celery (sliced)
  • 3 tablespoons Hellman's mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon red onion (chopped)
  • 2 medium sweet red apples (sliced into rounds, then cored)

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Chicken Salad: In a medium bowl combine the chicken with celery, mayonnaise, chicken broth, cranberries and red onion, and stir until combined. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Slice the Apples: When ready to eat, slice the apples into 1/4 inch thick slices, then remove the seeds. (I used a piping tip). It’s best to eat right away so they don’t turn brown, but if you are planning to eat later, you can toss the apple slices in a little lemon juice.
  3. Assemble: Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad onto each apple slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • 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:
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  • Swap the Protein: Not a fan of chicken? Try using turkey or tuna.Add More Veggies: Boost the nutritional content by adding shredded carrots or chopped broccoli.
  • Add Nuts: Pecans or walnuts would be great here.
  • Change Up the Fruit: While apples are great, pear slices also work beautifully with this salad.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1apple, 1 generous cup salad Calories 439kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 3.5g (18%) Cholesterol 105mg (35%) Sodium 245mg (10%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 22.5g (45%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 439

% Daily Value*

Serving 1apple, 1 generous cup salad
Calories 439kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 3.5g 18%
Cholesterol 105mg 35%
Sodium 245mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 22.5g 45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.