Ace's Gala Chicken Salad Recipe

A delightful twist on classic chicken salad! This recipe features juicy chicken, crisp Gala apples, crunchy almonds, and a creamy dressing – all coming together in under 15 minutes. Perfect for a light lunch, a quick dinner, or a tasty appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 256.6 kcal
Protein 27g
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Ingredients for Ace's Gala Chicken Salad

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How to Make Ace's Gala Chicken Salad

  1. Cook chicken breast until fully cooked and shred. Let it cool completely.
  2. Dice Gala apple into small pieces (about 1/2 inch).
  3. Roughly chop 1/4 cup of almonds.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced apple, and chopped almonds.
  5. Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled on bread, crackers, or lettuce cups.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

12g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ace's Gala Chicken Salad?

Ace's Gala Chicken Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ace's Gala Chicken Salad?

Ace's Gala Chicken Salad has approximately 256.6 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ace's Gala Chicken Salad?

The key ingredients for Ace's Gala Chicken Salad are Cooked Chicken, Gala Apples, Celery, Sliced Almonds, Kosher Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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