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Cranberry-Chicken-Salad-Recipe

Cranberry Chicken Salad

Cranberry Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of tender chicken, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans, making it a quick and flavorful meal ideal for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken shredded or diced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • 1 shallot finely diced,about 1/3 cup
  • ½ cup toasted pecans roughly chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, celery, shallot, and pecans and toss until evenly mixed.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture and mix until everything is coated.
  4. Add the parsley and gently mix in. Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if needed with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop. Serve as sandwiches or with crackers and extra chopped parsley.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider adding chopped apples or walnuts.
Make the salad ahead of time for a hassle-free meal later.
Use low-fat mayonnaise or yogurt for a lighter version.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg