Chicken Salad With Cranberry Dressing Recipe

Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken Salad with Cranberry-Orange Dressing! This surprisingly easy recipe combines juicy chicken, crunchy pecans, and a tangy cranberry-orange dressing for a taste sensation that's sure to become your new favorite. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a delightful holiday gathering.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 982.9 kcal
Protein 76g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Chicken Salad With Cranberry Dressing

  1. Cook or shred 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, and 1/4 cup mayonnaise. Gently mix until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup cranberry sauce, 2 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the cranberry-orange dressing over the chicken salad and gently toss to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra pecans and orange zest (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

118g

Fat

69g

Carbs

13g

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