Description
This Chicken Apple Coleslaw is a refreshing and light salad that combines tender chicken with crisp cabbage, sweet apples, and a tangy dressing. The perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy makes this dish great as a side or a light meal.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (or rotisserie chicken)
- 3 cups shredded cabbage (green or a mix of green and purple)
- 1 large apple, julienned or thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Fuji works well)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
If you haven’t already, cook the chicken breast (either by boiling, baking, or grilling) and shred it into bite-sized pieces. You can also use store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience. - Mix the Vegetables and Apples:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, julienned apples, shredded carrots, chopped celery, and any optional ingredients like green onions, cranberries, or nuts. - Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste. - Combine the Salad and Dressing:
Add the shredded chicken to the vegetable and apple mixture. Pour the dressing over the top and toss everything together until evenly coated. - Chill and Serve:
Let the coleslaw sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for half or all of the mayonnaise in the dressing.
- Add a little extra apple cider vinegar or lemon juice for more tang, if desired.
- This coleslaw can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge, but keep in mind that the apples may soften slightly over time.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the dressing by adding more or less honey/maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg