Paula Deen's Pecan Chicken Salad
Indulge in the perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and juicy with Paula Deen's Pecan Chicken Salad. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken, toasted pecans for added nuttiness, crisp celery, and sweet bursts of red grapes, all enveloped in a tangy, homemade dressing featuring mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a hint of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile chicken salad can be served atop crisp lettuce leaves for a light lunch, tucked into flaky croissants for a hearty sandwich, or paired with crusty bread for a delightful picnic treat. Ideal for meal prep or a sophisticated dish for entertaining, this pecan chicken salad is a flavorful twist on a classic that's sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup Pecans, chopped and toasted
- 1 cup Celery, finely diced
- 1 cup Red grapes, halved
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
- 4 pieces Bread or croissants (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and slightly browned. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken, toasted pecans, celery, red grapes, and green onions.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Serve the pecan chicken salad over a bed of lettuce leaves, stuffed into croissants, or between slices of your favorite bread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1748.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4483.8 |
| Total Fat 292.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 843.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4219.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 208.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.2g | |
| Protein 253.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 457.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3562.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories