Name: Waldorf Chicken Salad with Orange
Yield: Serves 4 (Makes about 6 cups)
Ingredients: 1/2 cup raisins; 1/4 cup orange juice from 1 large orange; 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest; 2/3 cup mayonnaise; 3 cups shredded cooked chicken; 1 large sweet apple, cored and chopped; 1 large rib celery, chopped; 3/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Why This Recipe Works

To boost the flavor of the mayonnaise in this Waldorf Chicken Salad recipe, we added a double punch of orange juice and orange zest. The acidity cut through the richness of the mayonnaise and accentuated the apple’s flavor. Walnuts added crunchy texture and a mild, pleasing bitterness to the salad. We toasted the nuts in a skillet over medium heat until lightly browned for the best flavor.

Instructions

Stir raisins and orange juice together in bowl and plump for 10 minutes. Mix orange zest and mayonnaise together in separate bowl until combined. Toss chicken, apple, celery, and walnuts in large bowl. Add raisin and mayonnaise mixtures and toss until coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.