Apple Walnut Chicken Salad - Deliciously Seasoned (2024)

Chicken salad is a classic dish that almost everyone has either made or eaten – probably both. I’ve been making it for as long as I can remember. I helped my grandmother and mother in the kitchen when they made it, and I continued to make it when I became a mom. It’s just such a marvel of simplicity and flavor, coming together so quickly and providing such delicious, complex flavor.

This recipe really ups the flavor and texture, and it’s no more difficult to make than regular chicken salad. Yay!

And, here is a Creamy Chicken Salad with walnuts and red grapes that you might enjoy, and it’s absolutely delicious too!

Why You’ll Love Chicken Salad with Apples and Walnuts

• Budget-Friendly: This recipe uses ingredients that are as affordable as they are basic.
• Limited Ingredients: It only takes a handful of ingredients to make!
• Easy: This recipe comes together in just minutes, making it the perfect last-minute appetizer or weeknight dinner.
• Flavorful: This chicken salad is packed with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Chicken Breasts: Shredded chicken breasts are the base for any chicken salad.
• Mayonnaise and Apple Cider Vinegar: These ingredients create a rich, tangy dressing base for the salad.
• Granny Smith Apples: Granny Smith apples have the perfect balance of sweet and tart for the salad.
• Onions: Red onions add a nice bite to the salad.
• Walnuts and Celery: Walnuts and celery add extra flavor and crunchy texture to the salad.

For a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts, see the recipe card at the end of the post.

Flavor Variations

• Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
• Bacon: The smoky flavor of crumbled bacon is a great addition to this chicken salad.
• Miracle Whip: For a tangier chicken salad, try Miracle Whip.

How to Make Apple Walnut Chicken Salad

• Step 1: Boil the chicken until no longer pink, then set it aside to cool a bit.

• Step 2: Combine the mayo, vinegar, and seasonings in a small bowl.

• Step 3: Shred the chicken and add it to the mayo mixture.

• Step 4: Add the remaining ingredients to the chicken mixture, cover, and chill. Enjoy with crackers or as a chicken salad sandwich.

Hint

Shred the chicken as soon as it’s safe enough to handle for the easiest shredding.

Storage

Refrigerate this apple walnut chicken salad for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Freezing is not recommended. The mayo will break and make a grainy, water mess.

What to Serve with Apple Walnut Chicken Salad

Serve this chicken salad with your favorite crackers, or make it a sandwich with your favorite bread or rolls.

Tips

• Cool meat is difficult to shred, so shred your chicken as soon as it’s safe enough to handle.
• Be sure to mix the ingredients in the order specified in the recipe. This helps keep the vegetables from releasing too much liquid into the salad.
• To remove the sting of cutting the onions, refrigerate them for about 30 minutes before dicing them.
• Chill your chicken salad for at least a couple of hours before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Try This Delicious Apple Walnut Chicken Salad Today

With so many flavors and textures going on in this apple walnut chicken salad, this is one you have to try. It’s absolutely delicious, and it’s beyond easy. You can’t beat combination like that! Give this a try, and I know you’ll find yourself making it again and again.