Crunchy Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad with Tangy Dressing

Recipe Collection: Salads

Crunchy Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad with Tangy Dressing elevates your lunch with juicy apples, crunchy pecans, and tender chicken, all brought together with a tangy dressing. Perfect for those seeking a quick, satisfying meal, this salad is ideal for light lunches or dinners. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, it can be served on toasted whole-grain bread or enjoyed on its own.

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Overview

This Zesty Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad is a delightful twist on a classic, combining the sweetness of apples and raisins with the crunch of pecans and celery. The creamy dressing ties it all together, making it perfect for a refreshing lunch or a light dinner. Serve it on toasted whole-grain bread or rolls for an extra layer of flavor.

Diet Type

Not specified

Allergies

Nuts

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 5 Ounces (oz) can chunk chicken, drained
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) creamy salad dressing
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) sweet pickle relish
• 1 Large apple, diced
• 1 Cup pecans, chopped
• 0.5 Stalk celery, sliced
• 0.67 Cup raisins
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chicken, creamy salad dressing, and sweet pickle relish. Stir until the chicken is well coated.
2. Add the diced apple, chopped pecans, sliced celery, and raisins to the bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
3. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve the chicken salad on toasted whole-grain bread or rolls for a satisfying meal. Enjoy your Zesty Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad with Creamy Dressing!

Enjoy your homemade Crunchy Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad with Tangy Dressing!