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Classic Chicken Salad

Name: Classic Chicken Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: For the salad:; 1 pound raw boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2 1/2-inch chunks (or 2 to 3 cups cooked chicken meat); 2 ribs celery, chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 4 to 6 green olives, pitted and minced; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1/2 to 1 apple, cored and chopped; 1/3 head iceberg lettuce, sliced and chopped; For the dressing:; 5 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon plum preserves, or any sweet berry preserve (or a lesser amount of honey); 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste

Prep 10m

Total 10m

This classic chicken salad is a delightful combination of tender chicken, crunchy celery, sweet apple, and tangy red onion, tossed in a creamy, sweet dressing with a hint of citrus. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.