How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries?

You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 smoked chicken breast, finely diced, 1/2 a tart apple, such as Granny Smith, finely diced, 1/4 cup finely diced sweet onion, such as Walla Walla Sweet, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and more.

Is Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries suitable as salads?

Yes, Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranber

Name: Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 smoked chicken breast, finely diced; 1/2 a tart apple, such as Granny Smith, finely diced; 1/4 cup finely diced sweet onion, such as Walla Walla Sweet; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic chives (optional); 1 few t. light mayonnaise (more or less depending on how mayonaisey you like your chicken salad); 1/4 cup dried cranberries or 1/4 cup cherries; salt and pepper

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries is a must-try. Made with chicken, apple, sweet onion and …

This Summer Smoked Chicken Salad With Apples And Cranberries relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as lime juice and salt and pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 230 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

Servings: persons

1 smoked chicken breast, finely diced
1/2 a tart apple, such as Granny Smith, finely diced
1/4 cup finely diced sweet onion, such as Walla Walla Sweet
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped garlic chives (optional)
1 few t. light mayonnaise (more or less depending on how mayonaisey you like your chicken salad)
1/4 cup dried cranberries or 1/4 cup cherries
salt and pepper

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
230 kcal
Category
Salads

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