Description
This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is a fresh, flavorful twist on a classic. Tender chicken, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and crisp veggies are tossed in a creamy poppy seed dressing. It’s perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner!
Ingredients
For the Salad:
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2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
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1/2 cup dried cranberries
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
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4 cups mixed greens or romaine lettuce
For the Poppy Seed Dressing:
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon poppy seeds
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, pecans, celery, and red onion.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
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Serve on a bed of mixed greens or as a sandwich filling or wrap.
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Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
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You can use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
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Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
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Add sliced apples or grapes for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg