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Delicious Waldorf Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

This Waldorf Chicken Pasta Salad combines tender chicken, crisp apples, and crunchy walnuts for a refreshing dish, ideal for picnics or casual gatherings.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked pasta rotini or fusilli
  • 2 cups cooked chicken chopped
  • 1 cup diced apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced apples, chopped celery, walnuts, and dried cranberries.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is coated evenly.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
  • Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of greens or in a bowl, garnishing with extra walnuts or cranberries if desired.