Looking for an easy lunch or light Summer dinner that’s quick, fresh, and a little different? You’ve got to try these Michigan Cherry Chicken Salad Apple Slices. Creamy Cherry chicken salad piled onto crisp apple slices makes it feel a bit special, but it’s really simple to put together.
I love this recipe because it’s perfect for those moments when you want something fresh without turning on the stove or doing much prep. This chicken salad with apple is one of those easy go-to ideas that works for lunch, snacks, or even a light dinner on these hot Summer nights.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Quick prep, no cooking needed (I actually bought the cooked chicken)
- Works great for lunches or snacks
- A simple healthy chicken salad recipe option
- A fun twist using apples instead of bread
I love adding some dried cherries to my chicken salad and was looking to make myself a healthier lunch so I decided to try something new and loved it. This chicken salad recipe uses Greek yogurt for a lighter finish and being served over apple slices gives you a nice low carb option. Don’t get me wrong- I LOVE my cherry chicken pasta salad and even chicken salad spinach wraps, but these are really good, too!
Ingredients Needed for This Cherry Chicken Salad
| 🍎 Cooked Shredded Chicken – The base of this recipe. You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for an easy shortcut. 🍎 Slivered Almonds – Adds a little crunch and pairs really well with the cherries and apples. 🍎 Dried Cherries – The sweet pop that makes this Cherry chicken salad stand out. We live in Michigan so always have some Michigan Dried Cherries on hand. 🍎 Red Onion – Finely chopped for a little bite and balance in every scoop. 🍎 Celery – Brings freshness and a nice crunch to the mix. 🍎 Whipped Dressing (or Mayo) – Just a small amount to help bring everything together. 🍎 Plain Greek Yogurt – This is what makes it a chicken salad with Greek yogurt, keeping it creamy and a little lighter. 🍎 Apples – Crisp and fresh, they’re the base for serving this chicken salad with apple in a simple, fun way. |
✨Helpful Kitchen Tools
| Apple Corer– I actually don’t have one of these I use a small cake decorating tip and push it through. You can also carefully cut a small circle with a knife. Cutting board Sharp Knife |
How to Make Michigan Cherry Chicken Salad Apple Slices
Step 1: Mix Ingredients. Grab a medium bowl and just toss everything in—shredded chicken, almonds, dried cherries, red onion, celery, whipped dressing, and Greek yogurt.
Step 2: Combine. Give it a good stir until it’s all mixed together and coated. And just like that, you’ve got your Cherry chicken salad ready to go.
Step 3: Chill or Serve. You can totally dig in right away, or pop it in the fridge for a bit if you want it cold later. I usually do that if I’ve got a few extra minutes.
Step 4: Prep the Apples. While that’s hanging out, slice up your apples—about ¼ inch thick works well. Just carefully cut out the core so you get those nice little apple rounds to work with.
Step 5: Assemble. Spoon the chicken salad over the apple slices and serve right away. (or refrigerate until ready to serve).
Additions & Substitutions
- Swap dried cherries with dried cranberries
- Use walnuts or pecans instead of almonds
- Add a little lemon juice for extra freshness
- Serve in lettuce cups instead of apples if preferred
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Michigan Cherry Chicken Salad Apple Slices
Ingredients
Method
- Mix chicken, almonds, cherries, onion, celery, whipped dressing, and Greek yogurt in a bowl.
- Stir until well combined.
- Slice apples about ¼ inch thick and remove the core.
- Spoon chicken salad onto apple slices and serve.
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