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Classic Waldorf Chicken Salad

A crisp, creamy Waldorf chicken salad with apples, grapes, nuts, and a tangy dressing.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 green apple cored and chopped into cubes
  • 2 Red Delicious apples cored and chopped into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 cup walnuts or pecans roughly chopped
  • 1 cup green grapes halved
  • 1 cup red or blue grapes halved
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup whole walnuts or pecans for garnish

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon sugar until smooth to make the dressing; set aside.
  • On a cutting board, core and chop the apples into cubes and halved the grapes; place the apples in a large bowl, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and toss to coat to prevent browning.
  • Add the cubed cooked chicken, diced celery, chopped nuts (1 cup), halved grapes, and raisins to the bowl with the apples.
  • Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill until ready to serve.
  • Garnish with the whole walnuts or pecans before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Plastic Wrap

Notes

  • Use day-old cooked chicken or rotisserie for convenience.
  • Adjust mayonnaise and yogurt to your preferred creaminess.
  • Halve grapes and chop apples just before serving to keep them crisp.
  • Swap raisins for dried cranberries if desired.