Description
Crisp cabbage dances with juicy chicken and sweet apple slices in this refreshing Chicken Apple Coleslaw. Summer’s perfect picnic companion blends tangy mayo dressing with crunchy vegetables for a light, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 large cans chicken breast, drained
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
Dressing:
- 1 bottle SkinnyGirl Poppyseed Dressing
Instructions
- Toss shredded cabbage mixture into a spacious mixing vessel, creating a vibrant base for the salad.
- Incorporate tender, shredded chicken pieces throughout the crisp vegetable blend.
- Gently fold diced apples into the mixture, ensuring even distribution for a sweet and tangy profile.
- Drizzle poppyseed dressing across the salad, using a light hand to prevent overwhelming the fresh ingredients.
- Thoroughly mix all components until each morsel is elegantly coated with the creamy dressing.
- For optimal flavor development, refrigerate for 20-30 minutes, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and chill.
- Serve cold as a refreshing and light meal or side dish, enjoying the crisp textures and balanced flavors.
Notes
- Toast nuts like almonds or pecans for an extra crunch and nutty depth to the coleslaw.
- Swap chicken for rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken to reduce cooking time and add more flavor variety.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of dressing for a protein-packed, lower-calorie alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Choose green apples for tartness or red apples for sweetness, depending on your taste preference and desired flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg