Description
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender chicken, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans, all coated in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. This salad is perfect for lunch, picnics, or a light dinner, making it a delightful choice for any occasion. With its colorful ingredients and satisfying flavors, it’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts (chopped)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake seasoned chicken breasts on a lined baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Let cool and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, cranberries, pecans, celery, and green onions; mix gently.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve on a bed of greens or as an open-faced sandwich.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg