Sonoma Chicken Salad Recipe
Discover the perfect Sonoma chicken salad recipe! This refreshing and flavorful dish features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, ideal for any occasion. Easy to make and delicious, this Sonoma chicken salad recipe is a must-try!
Ingredients
Chicken Salad Ingredients
- Cooked Chicken: 2 cups shredded or chopped
- Red Grapes: 1 cup halved
- Celery: 1 cup finely chopped
- Green Apples: 1 cup diced
- Pecans: 1/2 cup chopped
- Red Onion: 1/4 cup finely diced
Dressing Ingredients
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Plain Greek Yogurt: 1/2 cup
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Dijon Mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast in a pot and cover with water and a generous pinch of salt. Bring to simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken from water and let rest until cool enough to handle. Use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or two forks to shred the chicken. Let cool completely before tossing with the other ingredients.
- Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients in a large bowl. Taste and season with salt as needed.
- In a large bowl toss the shredded chicken with the grapes, celery, onion, toasted pecans, and dressing. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator. This recipe is even better the next day!