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Chicken Salad with Tangy Sweet Dressing

Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 c. halved red grapes
  • 1 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 1 c. chopped apples
  • 3/4 c. dried cranberries
  • 1/2 c. chopped almonds or pecans
  • 2-3 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cooked & chopped (seasoned with salt and salt-free Mrs Dash)

Tangy Sweet Dressing

  • 1 1/2 c. mayo
  • 2-3 Tbsp. white sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice (start with less and add more to your tangy preference)
  • 1/3-1/2 c. milk

Instructions
 

  • Mix together all chopped ingredients in a large bowl. For dressing mix in smaller bowl, whisking together the mayo, sugar, and lemon juice first, then adding milk last. Whisk until completely smooth and no lumps. Pour over chopped ingredients and stir until everything is coated. Serve by itself or inside a brioche bun or croissant for a sandwich.