Chicken Salad with Cranberries and Almonds

Description

This chicken salad came about when I was trying to think of a simple summer meal for my family. Perfect for lunch or light dinner! Serve on toasted bread for sandwiches, or inside of a scooped-out tomato.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 Granny Smith apple, finely chopped
• 1 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• ½ lemon, zested
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®), or more to taste

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

Servings: 6