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Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing is a delightful blend of flavors that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (or 2 tbsp red onion)
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  2. Combine the salad: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, toasted pecans, celery, and green onions. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  3. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together. Serve chilled on a sandwich, in lettuce cups, or over salad greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is incredibly versatile, perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, and gatherings. Customize it by adding apples or substituting nuts as preferred.

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