Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad
A creamy and flavorful chicken salad featuring tender chicken, sweet cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or serving over greens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup celery, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced or shredded chicken, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, diced celery, and red onion if using.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, over greens, or with crackers.
Notes
- Add diced apples for extra crunch and sweetness.
- Spice it up with a dash of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- Use only Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Swap walnuts with sunflower or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.
- Mix in fresh herbs like parsley, tarragon, or dill for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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