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Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad: A Fall Flavor Sensation

Enjoy a delightful Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad, combining sweet cranberries and crunchy pecans, perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken can substitute with leftover turkey
  • 1 cup sliced celery slice down the middle for even pieces
  • 0.5 cups minced red onion mince finely to distribute flavor
  • 0.5 units crisp apple roughly half, chopped
  • 0.5 cups dried cranberries fresh cranberries can lower sugar content
  • 0.5 cups chopped pecans toast for an extra burst of flavor
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt substitute with light sour cream if desired
  • 0.25 cups light mayonnaise try olive oil mayonnaise for a healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard adjust based on your heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley mince to incorporate evenly
  • onion powder to taste
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, start by adding the chicken, celery, red onion, apple, and dried cranberries. Gently toss until evenly distributed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, parsley, and seasonings until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and fold until all ingredients are well coated.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  5. Just before serving, fold in the chopped toasted pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To retain the crunch, add toasted pecans just before serving. Adjust seasoning to personal preference.

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