No Mayo Healthy Apple Chicken Salad

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Apple chicken salad is made with tart Granny Smith apples, chicken breast and a Greek yogurt base. A quick, healthy and delicious meal.

I love Fall, and this time of year in general. A plethora of apples are here in full swing. No matter what type of apple you are looking for, you’re likely going to find a large selection in most stores. I don’t think I can pinpoint my favorite type of apple, as I have many favorites, but I am partial to Granny Smith apples and their tartness.

This recipe for apple chicken salad is a great way to incorporate apples into a dish. Typically, apples are used in sweet dishes, which I love, but they are also great in savory dishes too. Granny Smith apples give this salad the perfect amount of crunch and tartness.

What should I serve with apple chicken salad?

A variety of sides would be delicious with chicken salad. Including, mixed green salad, seasonal fruit, crusty bread, croissants, pita bread or chips.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Less fat than mayo based salads
• Great crunch from the apples
• Perfect for sandwiches or to eat as is

Ingredients

What you’ll need to make this recipe.

• Chicken breast
• Celery
• Greek yogurt
• Granny Smith apples
• Dijon mustard
• Garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

How to make this recipe

1 – Start by cooking the chicken. Feel free to cook your chicken breast however you like. I often cook mine on the stovetop in boiling water, but I also bake it in the oven sometimes too. Other times I buy the chicken precooked from the store. Whatever method you choose to use will work. Once the chicken is cooled and chopped, set aside.

2 – To make the dressing, add the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and some salt and pepper to a bowl and mix it all together well.

3 – Once it’s mixed well, add in the cooked chicken, sliced celery and chopped apples and stir everything together well.

Note, I peel my apple and core it before chopping it up. 

What can I add to apple chicken salad?

If you are looking to bulk up your chicken salad, you can add a lot of different things to spruce it up. Pickles, grapes, dried cranberries, almonds, green onions, boiled egg, and a variety of herbs are some other ingredients to add to your chicken salad. 

For a low-carb meal, the chicken salad can be eaten as is. The salad can also be added to a croissant for a sandwich. Low-carb and low-calorie bread works well too. 

How do I store my leftover chicken salad?

Place chicken salad in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for about 3 days.

Can I freeze my leftover chicken salad?

Yes! Place chicken salad in a freezer safe container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Defrost it in the refrigerator up to a day before serving.

Calories per serving (1/2 cup): 114

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No Mayo Healthy Apple Chicken Salad

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Apple chicken salad is made with tart Granny Smith apples, chicken breast and a Greek yogurt base. A quick, healthy and delicious meal.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 114 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups chicken breast, cooked and chopped
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
• 1 tsp salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, add Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard and garlic powder. Mix together well.
• Add cooked chicken, celery and apples to Greek yogurt dressing and mix together until coated well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Enjoy immediately, or store in airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

• To cook raw chicken breast, bring pot of water to a boil, and boil chicken for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

 

• Peel and core apple before chopping.

 

• Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

Nutrition

Serving: 6gCalories: 114kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 15gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 161mgPotassium: 195mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 3mg

Keyword apple chicken salad, chicken salad, granny smith apples

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