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Waldorf Chicken Salad
4.3 from 72 votes

Waldorf Chicken Salad

Waldorf Chicken Salad blends poached chicken breast with crisp apples, grapes, celery, and pecans, all tossed in a creamy dressing of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. The combination offers a mix of tender chicken and crunchy produce, creating a refreshing texture ideal for a light lunch or sandwich filling. The recipe balances sweet and savory elements while using simple ingredients commonly found in home kitchens.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
2 mins
Total Time
32 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 371 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast poached, boneless skinless
  • 1 large apple cored and chopped*
  • 1 cup grape halved, red, seedless
  • 3/4 cup celery finely chopped
  • ¼ cup pecans or walnuts
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup yogurt plain, Greek
  • 3/4 tsp salt sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Poach the Chicken:
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  1. Bring a pot of water to a full boil and season liberally with sea salt.
  2. Once the water is boiling, carefully place the chicken inside the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove the pot from the heat, cover it with a lid, and allow the chicken to sit in the hot water for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
  3. To verify the chicken is cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breasts. 
  4. Transfer the chicken breasts to an airtight container and refrigerate until they are completely chilled.
Make the Chicken Salad:
  1. Once the chicken has cooled, chop the chicken into bite-sized chunks. Transfer the cooked chopped chicken to a large mixing bowl, along with the apple, grapes, celery, and pecans. 
  2. Add the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt and stir well until everything is well coated in the creamy dressing.
  3. Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper over the chicken salad, mix well, and taste before adding any more. Serve the Waldorf chicken salad over a bed of greens or make lettuce wraps using butter lettuce or greens of choice.

Notes

  • Any apple variety works; Gala or Fuji add sweetness while Granny Smith provides tartness.
  • Avocado oil mayonnaise or your preferred mayonnaise brand can be used.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Serving (of 4) Calories 371kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 21g (32%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving (of 4)
Calories 371kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 21g 32%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 12g 24%

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