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Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad served in a bowl with fresh ingredients

Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

A delightful blend of tender chicken, sweet cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, this salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Ensure it's tender and cooled
  • 1 cup dried cranberries Adds sweetness to the salad
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Use fresh walnuts for crunch
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced Diced into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Can be substituted with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds flavor to the dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all your ingredients. Cook your chicken to ensure it’s tender, then shred it.
  • Measure out your dried cranberries, chop the walnuts, and dice the celery.

Mixing Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and diced celery. Gently fold the ingredients.

Prepare Dressing

  • In a separate bowl, whisk the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard together until smooth and creamy.

Combine Mixtures

  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Stir thoroughly until fully coated.

Season

  • Add salt and pepper according to your preference and mix well.

Chill

  • Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Serve

  • Serve on a bed of greens or on your favorite bread.

Enjoy

  • Dig in and savor the unique blend of flavors and textures.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can be made ahead of time and chilled overnight.
Keyword Chicken Salad, Cranberry Chicken Salad, Easy Salad, Healthy Salad, Lunch Recipe