Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and delightful textures, this Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic dish. Tender, juicy bites of cooked chicken are paired with sweet-tart dried cranberries, nutty chopped walnuts, and crunchy celery for a satisfying medley of tastes and textures. A creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice ties everything together, while finely chopped red onion and fresh parsley add a pop of color and brightness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile chicken salad is perfect for meal prepping, light lunches, or serving at your next gathering. Enjoy it on a bed of crisp lettuce, tucked into a sandwich, or wrapped in your favorite flatbread for a wholesome and flavorful meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 2 Celery stalks
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces. Place the chopped chicken into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the celery stalks into small pieces and add them to the mixing bowl. Next, finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl as well.

Step 3

Add the dried cranberries and chopped walnuts to the chicken mixture, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 4

In a separate smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Whisk again to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken mixture in the large mixing bowl. Use a spatula to gently fold the dressing into the chicken salad mixture until all components are thoroughly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the chicken salad and fold it in to add a touch of freshness and color.

Step 8

Serve the cranberry walnut chicken salad immediately, or for best results, cover and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or as a delicious wrap filling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(835.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2181.1

Total Fat 142.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 407.4mg	0%
Sodium 2187.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 54.7g
Protein 128.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.5mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 813.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 17.7%