Tarragon Thyme Chicken Salad W C Ginger Pecans Craisins

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Tarragon Thyme Chicken Salad featuring sweet-tart craisins and spiced ginger pecans for a burst of flavor in every bite. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, and aromatic fresh herbs like tarragon and thyme, creating a refreshing yet hearty dish. Tossed in a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a hint of honey and lemon, the flavors come together perfectly for a delightful balance of savory and sweet. The ginger-toasted pecans add a unique nutty crunch, while the craisins bring a pop of chewy sweetness. Perfectly versatile, this chicken salad can be served on its own, over a bed of greens, or as a sandwich filling. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for meal prep or an elegant lunch option! Keywords: chicken salad with tarragon, thyme chicken salad, ginger pecans, craisin chicken salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup (diced) Celery
• 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh tarragon
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 cup Craisins (dried cranberries)
• 0.5 cup Pecans
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the pecans, ground ginger, and a pinch of salt. Toast the pecans for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, chopped red onion, chopped tarragon, thyme leaves, and craisins.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, black pepper, and remaining salt to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Roughly chop the cooled ginger pecans and fold them into the salad, reserving a few for garnish if desired.

Step 6

Cover and chill the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve the Tarragon Thyme Chicken Salad on its own, over mixed greens, or as a sandwich filling. Garnish with additional ginger pecans or fresh herbs for an extra touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(872.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2301.3

Total Fat 151.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.3g
Cholesterol 410.5mg	0%
Sodium 1261.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 71.6g
Protein 123.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232.7mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 766.3mg	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: 21.3%

Carbs: 19.9%