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Cranberry Chicken Salad

A delightful salad combining tender chicken, crunchy celery, sweet dried cranberries, and rich walnuts, all tied together with a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Cranberry Chicken Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries unsweetened if preferred
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken by shredding or dicing it into bite-sized pieces. If using raw chicken, cook it thoroughly until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared chicken, finely chopped celery, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts. Stir gently to mix.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well coated. If using fresh parsley, fold it in. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 28gSodium: 500mg

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