Chicken Apple Coleslaw
A cool, creamy salad that pairs shredded chicken with tart-sweet apple, crisp cabbage, and a tangy yogurt-mayo dressing, perfect for a quick meal or picnic.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded Rotisserie chicken works great
- 3 cups coleslaw mix Shredded cabbage and carrots
- 1 medium apple, julienned or thinly sliced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, coleslaw mix, julienned apple, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley. Toss gently to mix.
Dressing
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly until every bite is coated.
Chilling
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serving
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or a drizzle of honey if desired.
Notes
For better texture, consume within 3 days as the dressing softens the vegetables. To prevent apple from browning, toss in lemon juice. Variations include adding nuts or using different proteins.