Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
A delightful and satisfying Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad that’s perfect for a quick and easy lunch. This salad combines tender chunks of chicken with sweet dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and a tangy dressing for a flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chicken, cranberries, pecans, celery, and red onion.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and stir until coated.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a sandwich, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute some or all of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Enhance with sliced grapes or chopped apples for added sweetness and texture.
- Toast the pecans before adding for a crunchier texture and nuttier flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
