Waldorf Chicken Salad Twist (Printable Recipe)

Classic Waldorf meets chicken salad with creamy dressing, apples, and toasted pecans.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dressing

01 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
02 - 1/4 cup sour cream
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Components

06 - 3 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts
07 - 1 cup halved seedless red grapes
08 - 1 medium unpeeled Honeycrisp apple, cored and chopped
09 - 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
10 - 3/4 cup thinly sliced celery
11 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
12 - Chopped celery leaves, for garnish
13 - Additional parsley and black pepper, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
02 - Add chopped chicken, grapes, apple, pecans, celery, and parsley to the bowl and mix until evenly coated.
03 - Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
04 - Remove from refrigerator and garnish with celery leaves, additional parsley, and black pepper before serving cold.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Greek yogurt can be used in place of sour cream for a tangy, protein-rich alternative.
02 - Dried cranberries or cherries can substitute grapes for a fruity variation.
03 - Make the dressing up to three days ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container.
04 - Use rotisserie or leftover chicken to reduce prep time.

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