Description
Pecan Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crunchy pecans, and vibrant veggies in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics or light dinners, this salad is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser. With its delightful crunch and colorful presentation, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Poach or grill chicken breasts until fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise with lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Chop Your Veggies: Finely dice celery and red onion.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, chopped veggies, toasted pecans, and dressing until well combined.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving on lettuce leaves or with crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Poaching/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg