Waldorf Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 1½ lb cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 red apple, diced
• 1 cup green grapes, halved
• ½ cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 4 lettuce leaves (optional)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken, diced celery, diced red apple, and halved green grapes.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until all ingredients are well coated.
4. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
6. Serve immediately, or chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld. Serve on lettuce leaves or as a sandwich filling.