Chicken Salad on Apple Rounds
A light and refreshing dish combining savory chicken salad served atop crisp apple rounds, perfect for summer gatherings or quick lunches.
Ingredients
Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups diced chicken breasts Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1 cup thin sliced celery Adds a refreshing crunch.
- 1 cup seedless red grapes Can substitute with other grapes.
- 1/4 cup tiny diced red onion For subtle sharpness.
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt Lighter than mayonnaise.
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard Enhances flavor.
- 1 tsp hot sauce Optional for spice.
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries Optional for sweetness.
- to taste sea salt and pepper Enhances overall flavors.
Apple Base
- 2 large red apples Cut into round discs.
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine all the chicken salad ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to enhance the flavors.
Serving
- Slice the red apples into round discs, about a quarter inch thick.
- Plate the salad by serving it on the apple rounds or on butter lettuce leaves.
Notes
Serve fresh apples to maintain their crispiness, and enjoy chilled.