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Cold Chicken Delight

Refreshing Chicken Salad for Warm Days

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Cold Chicken Delight

About this recipe

Experience the refreshing flavors of homemade chicken salad with a delightful blend of shredded chicken, tangy cranberries, crunchy celery, and savory pecans. Perfect for a warm day, this quick and easy dish is great for lunch or as a light dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the chicken by shredding it into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Add shredded chicken, celery, red onion, cranberries, and pecans to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Mix all ingredients until well combined.

  6. 6

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Chef's tip

For a twist, substitute mayonnaise with avocado for a healthier option or add sliced grapes for extra sweetness.

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