Cranberry Chicken Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this creamy and tangy Cranberry Chicken Salad, a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors! This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, chewy dried cranberries, crisp celery, and the subtle bite of red onion, all coated in a luscious dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and a splash of lemon juice for a zesty kick. Chopped parsley adds a refreshing herbaceous note, while optional crunchy walnuts or pecans bring an irresistible texture. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dish can be served as a sandwich filling, scooped over fresh greens, or savored straight from the bowl. Whether you're prepping for a picnic or looking for a quick and delicious lunch idea, this crowd-pleasing chicken salad is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 2 stalks (finely chopped) Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely diced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, dried cranberries, chopped celery, red onion, and chopped nuts (if using). Set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently stir until all the ingredients are coated evenly.
Step 4
Add the chopped parsley and fold it into the salad for a burst of freshness.
Step 5
Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Step 6
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve chilled on its own, as a sandwich filling, or over a bed of fresh greens.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (808.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2060.9 |
| Total Fat 121.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 416.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1813.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 72.2g | |
| Protein 129.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 233.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 530.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories