Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of tender chicken, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and flavorful seasonings all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- 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 breast (shredded or chopped)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, pecans, celery, and red onion.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill: Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve: Serve on lettuce leaves, as a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half Greek yogurt and half mayo.
- Rotisserie chicken works well for convenience.
- Add chopped apples for extra crunch and sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
