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Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad balances sweet, savory, and crunchy elements in one satisfying dish. It’s perfect for meal prep, party platters, or a quick lunch tucked into a sandwich, lettuce wrap, or croissant.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or half mayo, half Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup pecans chopped
  • 1 stalk celery finely diced
  • 1/2 cup red grapes halved, optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook chicken breasts until tender, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces. Let cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (and Greek yogurt if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Stir in celery, dried cranberries, pecans, and grapes until evenly distributed.
  • Fold in chicken gently, coating all pieces with the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Make this recipe your own by swapping pecans for almonds or walnuts, or using fresh cranberries for extra tartness. For lighter flavor, substitute part of the mayo with Greek yogurt or an avocado-based dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 370mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken salad, Cranberry Pecan, meal prep
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