Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
A refreshing and flavorful Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad combining tender shredded chicken with crunchy pecans, fresh strawberries, and a creamy poppy seed dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or picnic, this salad offers a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10-15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 2 celery stalks, chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1 green onion, thinly chopped
- 5–6 large strawberries, diced
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Cut and chop the celery, green onion, pecans, and strawberries into the specified sizes to ensure even texture and flavor distribution in the salad.
- Mix Dressing and Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, green onion, chopped pecans, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, pepper, and salt. Stir everything well to coat the ingredients evenly. Adjust the creaminess by adding more mayo or yogurt if desired.
- Add Strawberries: Gently fold in the diced strawberries. Alternatively, to keep them fresh and firm, you can add the strawberries just before serving, especially if preparing the salad ahead of time.
- Chill and Serve: Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for 10-20 minutes to meld the flavors. This chilling step enhances the creaminess and flavor integration. Enjoy cold.
Notes
- Adding the strawberries just before serving prevents them from becoming mushy.
- This salad can be served on its own, on a bed of greens, or as a sandwich filling.
- Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and yogurt to achieve your preferred creaminess and tang.
- For a crunchier texture, toast the pecans lightly before adding.
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