Tarragon Thyme Chicken Salad W C Ginger Pecans Craisins
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Tarragon Thyme Chicken Salad featuring sweet-tart craisins and spiced ginger pecans for a burst of flavor in every bite. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, and aromatic fresh herbs like tarragon and thyme, creating a refreshing yet hearty dish. Tossed in a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a hint of honey and lemon, the flavors come together perfectly for a delightful balance of savory and sweet. The ginger-toasted pecans add a unique nutty crunch, while the craisins bring a pop of chewy sweetness. Perfectly versatile, this chicken salad can be served on its own, over a bed of greens, or as a sandwich filling. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for meal prep or an elegant lunch option! Keywords: chicken salad with tarragon, thyme chicken salad, ginger pecans, craisin chicken salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup (diced) Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh tarragon
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 cup Craisins (dried cranberries)
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the pecans, ground ginger, and a pinch of salt. Toast the pecans for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, chopped red onion, chopped tarragon, thyme leaves, and craisins.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, black pepper, and remaining salt to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Roughly chop the cooled ginger pecans and fold them into the salad, reserving a few for garnish if desired.
Cover and chill the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Tarragon Thyme Chicken Salad on its own, over mixed greens, or as a sandwich filling. Garnish with additional ginger pecans or fresh herbs for an extra touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.5 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 410 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.6 g | ||
| Protein | 123.5 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 766 mg | 16% | |
*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.
