Autumn Chicken Salad Recipe

This delightful Autumn Chicken Salad recipe, a Southern Living Cooking School favorite, is so good you'll make it year-round! Light, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch, this recipe features tender chicken, crunchy pecans, and a burst of seasonal flavors. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 114.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (41 Reviews)
Autumn Chicken Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Autumn Chicken Salad

  • Chicken
  • Red Seedless Grapes
  • Celery Ribs
  • Red Delicious Apple
  • Pecan Halves
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • Honey Mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Pepper
  • Lettuce Leaf

How to Make Autumn Chicken Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cooked chicken, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Gently mix all ingredients until well combined.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
  4. Serve the chilled chicken salad on crisp lettuce leaves, or enjoy it on crackers, bread, or in a croissant for a heartier meal.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

3g

Carbs

4g