Description
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is a vibrant dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, crunchy pecans, and sweet-tart cranberries. This delightful salad is easy to prepare and makes for an impressive centerpiece at any gathering. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy winter lunches, it promises to brighten your table with its stunning colors and irresistible flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the chicken: Boil salted water in a large pot, add chicken breasts, and simmer for about 15 minutes until cooked through.
- 2. Shred the chicken: Remove from pot and let cool slightly, then shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- 3. Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 4. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with dried cranberries and chopped pecans. Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss gently.
- 5. Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld.
- 6. Serve: Toss before serving and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg