Creamy Chicken Apple Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Delightful Twist
A delicious and creamy chicken salad enhanced with the sweetness of apples and the crunch of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced apples, celery, red onion, and turkey bacon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in the walnuts, if using.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve on a bed of greens or as a sandwich filling.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on your preference, adding nuts, or dried fruits for extra flavor.
- For a lighter version, replace mayonnaise with additional Greek yogurt.