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Harvest Chicken Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and nutritious Harvest Chicken Salad featuring tender diced chicken breasts combined with crisp apple, celery, green onions, dried cranberries, and pecans, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt and mayo dressing infused with lemon juice and Dijon mustard. Perfect for a light lunch or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

Chicken Salad

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and diced
  • 1 diced apple (such as Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a glass measuring cup or bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  2. Mix the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cooked chicken breasts, diced apple, diced celery, thinly sliced green onions, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans. Pour the prepared dressing over the ingredients.
  3. Toss and serve: Stir everything together gently but thoroughly until all salad components are evenly coated with the dressing. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.

Notes

  • Use cooked chicken breasts from leftover roast or poached chicken for easier preparation.
  • Honeycrisp apples provide a nice balance of sweetness and tartness, but any crisp apple variety can be substituted.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and mayonnaise with a vegan alternative.
  • Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for extra flavor.
  • Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

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