Description
Three delicious variations to elevate my classic chicken salad base : Apple Walnut, Lemon Cream & Mint, and Pineapple Pecan. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
Ingredients
CHICKEN SALAD BASE
- 7 – 10 boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
- 6 – 8 celery stalks (omit if you’d like)
- 1 egg (if making your own avocado mayo)
- 1 cup avocado oil (if making your own avocado mayo)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD
- 2 tablespoons Sicilian Lemon balsamic vinegar (optional, but enhances the flavor)
- 1/2 cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup granny smith apple, diced
- pinch (or two) of sea salt
LEMON CREAM & MINT CHICKEN SALAD
- 2 tablespoons Sicilian Lemon balsamic vinegar (you could also use fresh lemon juice)
- 2 – 3 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
- 2 – 3 tablespoons cream cheese (if you like it extra creamy!)
- pinch (or two) of sea salt
PINEAPPLE PECAN CHICKEN SALAD
- 2 tablespoons Pineapple balsamic or Coconut balsamic vinegar (optional, but enhances the flavor)
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup raw pecans, roughly chopped
- pinch (or two) of sea salt
Pro Tip : For fresh ingredients, such as the apple, mint, and pineapple, I recommend tossing into the chicken salad just before serving. This avoids any browning, wilting, or sogginess.
Instructions
- Prepare the Base Recipe : Reference the base recipe and prepare a batch (or two).
- Add Mix-Ins : Combine the chicken salad base and your desired mix-ins, tossing to combine until everything is well mixed.
- Refrigerate and Enjoy : I recommend refrigerating for at least 30 minutes to ensure the chicken salad is chilled through, and your mix-in flavors have a chance to meld.
Equipment

10-Piece Glass Nesting Bowl Set
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Notes
- Start with my famous base recipe.
- All variations store well in the fridge for 3 days, just be sure to keep mix-ins separate until ready to serve.
- Mix-ins can be adjusted depending on your pantry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American