Description
This Pomegranate Apple Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish combining tender shredded chicken with tart apple chunks and juicy pomegranate seeds, all tossed in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, champagne vinegar, honey, and fresh chives. Perfect as a light meal served on butter lettuce leaves or bread slices, this salad offers a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with a crunchy texture.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 medium tart apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
To Serve
- Butter lettuce leaves or bread slices
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, champagne vinegar, salt, honey, and chopped chives until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy and tangy salad dressing.
- Combine chicken and apple: Add the shredded cooked chicken and chopped tart apple to the bowl with the dressing. Gently mix to ensure all the pieces are evenly coated with the dressing, blending the flavors thoroughly.
- Add pomegranate seeds: Carefully fold in the pomegranate seeds, mixing just enough to distribute them evenly throughout the salad without crushing the seeds, preserving their juicy burst.
- Serve: Spoon the chicken salad onto butter lettuce leaves or layer it on bread slices or crackers according to your preference. Enjoy immediately for the freshest taste and best texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with additional Greek yogurt.
- Use a tart apple like Granny Smith for balanced sweetness and crunch.
- Pomegranate seeds can be replaced with dried cranberries if fresh are unavailable.
- Chicken can be roasted or poached prior to shredding for best flavor.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.
