Chicken Salad With Cranberries And Almonds
Simply put the mixture on a croissant or soft dinner rolls with some fresh baby spinach or lettuce, if serving as a sandwich.
Recipe Summary Chicken Salad With Cranberries And Almonds
This chicken salad came about when I was trying to think of a simple summer meal for my family. Perfect for lunch or light dinner! Serve on toasted bread for sandwiches, or inside of a scooped-out tomato.
Ingredients | Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe With Cranberries2 boneless, skinless chicken breastssalt and ground black pepper to taste1 bay leaf1 Granny Smith apple, finely chopped1 cup sliced almonds1 cup dried cranberries2 green onions, thinly sliced½ lemon, zested¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon ground black pepper1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®), or more to tasteDirectionsPlace chicken breasts in a saucepan; season with salt and pepper. Cover with 1 inch of water and add bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).Drain chicken and cool until easily handed. Shred with 2 forks.Mix chicken, apple, almonds, cranberries, green onions, lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a bowl. Add creamy salad dressing and mix until combined.Substitute mayonnaise for the creamy salad dressing if preferred.Info | Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe With Cranberriesprep:
10 mins
cook:
15 mins
additional:
10 mins
total:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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