Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

Full Recipe • Complete Nutrition • Allergen/Nut Info • Q&A

Creamy, crunchy, sweet-savory, and incredibly satisfying—this Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, meal prep bowls, or lettuce cups.

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 Overview

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: none (if chicken is cooked)
• Total: ~15 minutes
• Servings: 4

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 Ingredients

Chicken Salad Base

• 2½ cups cooked shredded or diced chicken breast
• ⅓ cup dried cranberries
• ⅓ cup pecans, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced (optional)

Creamy Dressing

• ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Optional Add-Ins

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill
• Pinch garlic powder
• Baby spinach or arugula (for serving)

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 Instructions

 Prepare Chicken
Ensure chicken is fully cooled, then shred or dice into bite-size pieces.

 Mix Dressing
In a large bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, mayo, mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.

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

 Toss & Chill
Mix gently until well coated. Chill 10–20 minutes for best flavor.

 Serve
Enjoy in sandwiches, wraps, croissants, lettuce cups, or over greens.

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 Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

• Calories: ~360 kcal
• Protein: ~32 g
• Fat: ~18 g
• Carbohydrates: ~18 g
• Fiber: ~3 g
• Sugar: ~11 g

(Nutrition varies based on yogurt, mayo & portion size)

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 Allergen & Nut Information

 Contains

• Tree nuts: pecans
• Dairy: Greek yogurt
• Mustard: Dijon mustard

Peanut-Free

 Egg-Free (unless mayo contains egg — check label)

 Gluten-Free (verify mustard & mayo labels)

 Substitutions

• Nut-free: replace pecans with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
• Dairy-free: use dairy-free yogurt + vegan mayo
• Lower-calorie: use all Greek yogurt, skip mayo
• Keto/low-carb: use sugar-free cranberries & skip honey

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 Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead?

Yes! Stores well 3–4 days refrigerated in an airtight container.

Q: Can I freeze it?

Not recommended—dairy dressing separates after thawing.

Q: What chicken works best?

Roasted, poached, grilled, or rotisserie chicken all work great.

Q: Is this good for meal prep?

Perfect for meal prep—protein-rich and filling.

Q: Can I make it spicy?

Add a pinch of cayenne or a splash of hot sauce.

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 Pro Tips

• Toast pecans lightly for deeper flavor.
• Chop everything evenly for the best texture.
• Let it chill before serving—flavor improves!