Festive Chicken Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Celebrate the season with this vibrant and flavorful Festive Chicken Salad, a dazzling medley of textures and tastes perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender, diced chicken breast, crisp celery, juicy red grapes, tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy roasted pecans, this salad is a delightful harmony of savory and sweet. A creamy yet light dressing made with a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and a splash of lemon juice ties it all together, delivering a zesty, refreshing finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this versatile dish can be served over a bed of mixed greens, enjoyed on its own, or transformed into a sandwich or wrap. Perfect for holiday gatherings, meal prepping, or everyday lunches, this chicken salad is as festive as it is satisfying.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup Celery
• 1 cup Red grapes (halved)
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Roasted pecans
• 2 stalks Green onion (sliced)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Mixed greens (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Dice the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.

2. Thinly slice the celery and green onion, then add them to the bowl with the chicken.

3. Add the halved red grapes, dried cranberries, and roasted pecans to the bowl.

4. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

5. Pour the dressing over the chicken and mix gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or a touch of honey for sweetness.

7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

8. Serve over a bed of mixed greens or enjoy on its own. Optionally, use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (519.5g)

Calories		683
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		37.9 g	49%
	Saturated Fat	5.7 g	29%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		118 mg	39%
Sodium		654 mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate		37.4 g	14%
	Dietary Fiber	9.4 g	33%
	Total Sugars	24.9 g
Protein		48.3 g	97%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		270 mg	21%
Iron		5.2 mg	29%
Potassium		1257 mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1369 cal (50.0%%)

Protein: 770 cal (28.1%%)

Carbs: 596 cal (21.8%%)