Description
A refreshing and healthy Chicken Apple Coleslaw that combines tender shredded chicken with crisp coleslaw mix, sweet apples, crunchy nuts, and tangy dried cranberries, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing. Perfect as a light main dish or a flavorful side, this no-cook recipe is quick to prepare and ideal for a satisfying lunch or a fall-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 3 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 1 large apple, julienned or thinly sliced (preferably Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the main ingredients: In a large bowl, add the shredded cooked chicken breast, coleslaw mix, julienned apple, thinly sliced red onion, chopped celery, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts if using. Gently toss to mix these ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and all ingredients are well blended.
- Toss the salad with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the combined chicken and slaw mixture. Toss everything together thoroughly so the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly, ensuring balanced flavor in every bite.
- Chill the coleslaw: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken apple coleslaw for 15 to 30 minutes. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld beautifully, enhancing the overall taste and texture.
- Serve: After chilling, serve the coleslaw cold. It works perfectly as a light main dish or a refreshing side salad, ideal for lunch or as a complement to your meal.
Notes
- For convenience, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breast yourself.
- Substitute Greek yogurt with additional mayonnaise if you prefer a richer, creamier dressing.
- Add sliced grapes or sunflower seeds to the slaw for extra burst of flavor and crunchy texture.
