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Easy Apple Chicken Salad

This fresh chicken salad mixes tender rotisserie chicken with crisp apples for a perfect lunch option.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026
Easy Apple Chicken Salad
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
10 minutes
Serves
4

There is something so satisfying about the crunch of a fresh apple paired with savory chicken. This is my go to recipe when I want something quick that still tastes like I put a lot of effort into it.

You can serve this in a big lettuce wrap, over a bed of greens, or just scooped onto a toasted piece of sourdough bread. My best tip is to use a crisp apple like a Honeycrisp so it stays crunchy even after you mix it with the dressing.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1 medium apple, diced
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Shred your rotisserie chicken into bite sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the diced apple, chopped celery, and green onions to the bowl with the chicken.

  3. 3

    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir everything until it is well coated.

  5. 5

    Taste the salad and add a little more salt or pepper if you think it needs it.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately or cover and store in the fridge until you are ready to eat.

💡 Tips

Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If you find the apples start to brown, a quick extra squeeze of lemon juice usually keeps them looking fresh.

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