Back-to-School Apple Pecan Chicken Salad
A crisp, refreshing, and protein-packed chicken salad perfect for back-to-school lunches. Featuring tart apples and crunchy pecans for the perfect flavor balance.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Small Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup apple, chopped (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 cup lite mayonnaise
- salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken, celery, apple, and parsley. Zest the lemon. Add everything to a large bowl.
- Toast the pecans in a small skillet over medium-high heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Let cool.
- Add the toasted pecans, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Toss gently.
- Stir in the mayonnaise until everything is well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.
- Serve on toasted bread for a sandwich or over lettuce for a lighter lunch.
Notes
Nutrition per serving: Calories: 199, Total Carbs: 8g, Net Carbs: 6g, Fats: 17g, Protein: 4g.
