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Chicken Salad Balsamic

Name: Chicken Salad Balsamic
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups diced cold, cooked chicken; 1 cup diced apple; ½ cup diced celery; 2 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, chopped; ½ cup chopped walnuts; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 5 tablespoons olive oil; salt and pepper to taste

Rating: 4.39 stars

99 Ratings
71 Reviews
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The contrasting flavors of sweet apple, crunchy walnuts, savory chicken and tangy balsamic vinaigrette meld beautifully in this simple to prepare chicken salad.

By CHRISTYJ

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

total:

15 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 to 6 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 6 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

3 cups diced cold, cooked chicken
1 cup diced apple
½ cup diced celery
2 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, chopped
½ cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
5 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, toss together the chicken, apple, celery, onion and walnuts.

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Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar and oil and pour over the salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix well. Let rest 10 to 15 minutes, mix again and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

335.4 calories; 19 g protein; 6 g carbohydrates; 54.6 mg cholesterol; 58.2 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (71)

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JENINDALLAS

09/29/2005

A winner in my house! Of course I altered a bit (I adapted it for 2 people)... 1. I used 1 grilled chicken breast from the prepared foods section of the grocery store 2. Diced red onion instead of green 3. I added about a teaspoon of honey to the oil and vinegar 4. I added about 2 handfuls of baby spinach. Read More

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sabrina

03/19/2004

I liked this one but a bit oily. If I make it again I would add equal parts of the vinegar and oil. Read More

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(62)

99 Ratings

5 star values: 55
4 star values: 30
3 star values: 12
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 0

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JENINDALLAS

09/28/2005

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AMDSUN

08/19/2004

This is really delicious! I left out the celery and used 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion instead of the green. I also switched measurments and used 3 Tbs olive oil and 5 Tbs balsamic vinegar. I served it on top of a green salad which then didn't need any extra dressing. A great healthy and unusual alternative to mayonnaise-y chicken salad; I'll be making it again next time i picnic! Read More

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sabrina

03/19/2004

I liked this one but a bit oily. If I make it again I would add equal parts of the vinegar and oil. Read More

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(62)

Shelley Moore-Poels

10/06/2009

Great Salad... I have been making this for a long time. Mine is slightly different. I omit celery but i add dried cranberries and use a green apple. Also I add a clove of garlic as well as honey to the dressing. (Garlic honey balsamic dressing) The tart cranberries and apple add a nice contrast to the semi sweet and garlicy dressing. Read More

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Paula

07/05/2004

Thanks for the recipe. Everyone that tried the chicken salad loved it. The only thing I changed was not using walnuts in the recipe. Someone I know has an allergy to nuts. I am definitely making it again and again. Pluse it is soo quick and easy. Thank you for the recipe. I am tired of mayo. based chicken salad. Read More

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LUVKRISTENE

10/11/2005

I loved this recipe. I added 1 tablespoon of honey and it tasted great. Read More

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Eurasian Beauty

04/01/2004

A great alternative to chicken salad made with mayonnaise. We had cooked chicken in the frige and while I was out my husband made this; it's that easy! He used a little regular onion since we didn't have green onion and it was DELICIOUS! Read More

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Jammer

09/06/2005

This truly is the best Chicken Salad I have ever tasted and so easy to make. Read More

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hpink1221

09/21/2004

This recipe is AWESOME! I used red onions instead of green and left out the celery and cheated by using a balsamic vinagrette dressing and it turned out delish! This will be a staple in my refrigerator. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Chicken Salad Balsamic

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 335.4

% Daily Value *

protein: 38 %

carbohydrates: 2 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 6 %

sugars:

fat: 41 %

saturated fat: 23 %

cholesterol: 18 %

vitamin a iu: 4 %

niacin equivalents: 59 %

vitamin b6: 14 %

vitamin c: 4 %

folate: 5 %

calcium: 3 %

iron: 7 %

magnesium: 11 %

potassium: 6 %

sodium: 2 %

thiamin: 8 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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JENINDALLAS

09/28/2005

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08/19/2004

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sabrina

03/19/2004

I liked this one but a bit oily. If I make it again I would add equal parts of the vinegar and oil.

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Shelley Moore-Poels

10/06/2009

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Paula

07/05/2004

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LUVKRISTENE

10/11/2005

I loved this recipe. I added 1 tablespoon of honey and it tasted great.

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Eurasian Beauty

04/01/2004

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Jammer

09/06/2005

This truly is the best Chicken Salad I have ever tasted and so easy to make.

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hpink1221

09/21/2004

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