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Hummus Chicken Salad

This Hummus Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of flavors! Shredded chicken, crisp apples, and creamy hummus come together for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup small diced green apple
  • 1 cup small diced red apple
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup hummus
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving spoon

Method
 

  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients. Shred the rotisserie chicken if you haven't done so already. Dice the green and red apples into small pieces, ensuring they are bite-sized for easy mixing and eating.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, diced green and red apples, and dried cranberries. This trio is the heart of your Hummus Chicken Salad and sets the stage for all the incredible flavors.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the hummus, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, minced rosemary, black pepper, and kosher salt. This creamy dressing will bind everything together and infuse the salad with flavor.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken and apple mixture. Gently toss everything together until the chicken and apples are well coated in the hummus dressing. Be careful not to mash the apples; you want to keep that delightful crunch.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve the salad on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or on its own!

Notes

  • Feel free to swap out the fruits or add in your favorites for a personal touch!
  • For a vegan version, substitute the chicken with chickpeas and use a plant-based hummus.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference for the perfect balance.
  • This salad stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days, great for meal prep!