There’s something wonderfully satisfying about a chicken salad that gets every texture and flavor just right. This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad combines tender chicken, sweet-tart dried cranberries, crunchy toasted pecans, crisp celery, and green onions in a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a touch of honey.
It’s an easy recipe that works beautifully for quick lunches, meal prep, picnics, sandwiches, wraps, and light dinners. Even better, most of the preparation can be done ahead of time, allowing the flavors to blend in the refrigerator before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Salad
This recipe is more than just a simple combination of chicken and mayonnaise. Every ingredient contributes something different.
- Tender chicken provides a hearty, satisfying base.
- Dried cranberries add a pleasant burst of sweetness and tartness.
- Toasted pecans bring buttery flavor and irresistible crunch.
- Celery adds freshness and crisp texture.
- Green onions provide a mild savory bite.
- Greek yogurt and lemon juice keep the dressing creamy while adding brightness.
- Honey or maple syrup rounds out the sweet and savory flavors.
The result is a balanced chicken salad that tastes fresh, creamy, crunchy, and flavorful in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Salad
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed or shredded
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup pecan halves, chopped
- ½ cup finely diced celery
- ⅓ cup sliced green onions
For the Creamy Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
How to Make Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad
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