Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad

Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    701

Elevate your leftover chicken with this vibrant and flavorful Cranberry Chicken Salad. A delightful combination of sweet cranberries, crisp apple, crunchy pecans, and aromatic dill, all bound together with a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served atop a bed of greens.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    46 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    14 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    187 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    30 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a medium-sized bowl, gently combine the diced chicken and mayonnaise. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Add the sliced scallions, dried cranberries, shredded apple, and toasted pecans to the bowl. (3 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle with dried dill weed. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking. (2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Gently fold all ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to overmix. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For optimal flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, allowing the flavors to meld. (30+ minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the mayonnaise.
Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until fragrant, to enhance their nutty flavor.
If you prefer a tangier salad, substitute lemon juice for lime juice.
This salad can be served on croissants, lettuce wraps, or with crackers for a delightful appetizer.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 233 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Leone Walsh

    This recipe is fantastic! The lime juice really brightens up the flavors.

  • Eve Mclaughlin

    I added a little celery for extra crunch, and it was a hit!

  • Brandt Paucek

    So easy to make and perfect for using leftover rotisserie chicken.

  • Evie Kuhlman

    My kids even loved it! A great way to get them to eat chicken salad.

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