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Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

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4.6 from 58 reviews
  • Author: Victor
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing is a delightful blend of tender chicken breast, crunchy pecans, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a creamy and tangy poppy seed dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, picnic, or a fresh sandwich filling, this salad offers a balanced mix of textures and flavors that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Dressing

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons honey (softened)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • Salt (to taste)

Salad

  • 4 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped (about 2 chicken breasts)
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 4 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds. Whisk the ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Season with salt according to your taste preference.
  2. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cooked, chopped chicken breast, chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and chopped green onions. Mix the ingredients gently to distribute them evenly.
  3. Toss with Dressing: Pour the prepared poppy seed dressing over the chicken salad mixture. Toss everything together carefully to ensure all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing. Adjust salt if needed.
  4. Chill and Serve: For best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled as a salad on its own, in sandwiches, or on a bed of greens.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • Chop pecans to your preferred size for texture variation.
  • This salad can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • Add celery for extra crunch if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken salad, Cranberry pecan chicken salad, Poppy seed dressing, Healthy chicken salad, Easy chicken salad recipe

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