Warm Chicken-Cherry Waldorf in Romaine Recipe

Name: Warm Chicken-Cherry Waldorf in Romaine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast; 1 cup sweetened dried cherries or cranberries; 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped; 1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped; 1/2 cup walnut piece; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 4 leaves romaine lettuce

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 cup sweetened dried cherries or cranberries
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped
1/2 cup walnut piece
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 leaves romaine lettuce

1
Place the chicken in a large saucepan and pour over enough water to cover.
2
Set over high heat and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
4
Drain and, when cool enough to handle, cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces.
5
Transfer the still warm chicken to a large bowl and add the cherries, apples, fennel, walnuts, and chives.
6
Toss to combine.
7
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, and lemon zest.
8
Add to the chicken mixture and stir to coat.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates.
11
Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into the lettuce leaves and serve.
12
If serving chilled, you can make the chicken mixture up to 2 days in advance and store in a sealable container in the refrigerator.

677

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, 1 cup sweetened dried cherries or cranberries, 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped, 1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Warm Chicken-Cherry Waldorf in Romaine falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Warm Chicken-Cherry Waldorf in Romaine

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