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Walnut Chicken Salad – Creamy, Crunchy & Bursting with Flavor

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast diced or shredded
  • 2 tablespoon walnuts chopped
  • ¼ cup celery diced
  • 3 tablespoon green onions chopped
  • 2 tablespoon dried apricots chopped
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoon low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Sliced bread or sandwich rolls for serving
  • Lettuce leaves optional

Instructions

  • Toast the Walnuts – For extra flavor, toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring often. Let them cool.
  • Make the Dressing – In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Combine Ingredients – Add chicken, celery, green onions, dried apricots, and toasted walnuts to the dressing. Toss gently until everything is coated.
  • Serve – Spoon onto bread, rolls, or lettuce leaves.