Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

To make Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • ½ cup celery, diced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional)

Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add cooked chicken, celery, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and parsley or chives (if using) to the bowl.
  3. Mix thoroughly until the dressing uniformly covers everything.
  4. Adjust the seasoning to your liking after tasting.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

This salad may be served with mixed greens, sandwich bread, crackers, pita chips, lettuce cups, or wraps.

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