Easy Chicken Waldorf Salad Recipe

Published Apr 25, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons via YouTube

This salad is one of the best salad versions ever and I’m sure that you’ll be addicted to this once you give it a try. It has every ingredient that you want such as chicken, fruits, and nuts, plus, it’s light, creamy, and savory at just the right amount. You can enjoy this salad as is, with a sandwich, or on the side of your favorite dish, either way, one thing’s for sure, you will love this so much you won’t be able to stop eating.

You can also modify the flavor and creaminess of this salad according to your preference and you are welcome to add in the ingredient of your choice to personalize your salad. This salad is best enjoyed well chilled, so if you’re planning to serve this for a party, special occasion, or even a cookout, make sure to prepare this ahead of time so you can have it ready the next morning. Learn this recipe by Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons on YouTube now.

Ingredients for Chicken Waldorf Salad:

2/3 cup of light mayonnaise
2 tbsp of lemon juice
½ tsp of salt
¼ tsp of ground pepper
2 cups of cooked chicken, diced
2 Gala apples, cored and diced
2/3 cup of celery, diced
½ cup of walnuts or pecans, chopped
½ cup of red seedless grapes, halved
1/3 cup of dried cranberries

How to Make Chicken Waldorf Salad:

Step 1

Prepare all of the ingredients, then in a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and give them a good stir until combined.

Step 2

In a separate large bowl, add the diced chicken, diced apples, halved grapes, dried cranberries, and sliced celery, then toss everything until evenly coated, and cover the bowl.

Step 3

Place the salad in the refrigerator, then let it chill until ready for serving, and then sprinkle it with chopped walnuts and pecans. Serve and enjoy!