Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad, a refreshing twist on the classic dish. This salad combines succulent shredded chicken with juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and zesty poppy seeds for a delightful medley of taste and texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare. It’s not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a good dose of protein and healthy fats. Enjoy it as a standalone meal, in wraps, or as an appetizer at your next gathering. With the option to customize ingredients, you can make this salad your own while delighting your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 5–6 large strawberries, diced
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 celery stalks, chopped into 1/4 in. pieces
- 1 green onion, chopped thin
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut and chop all ingredients into uniform sizes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, celery, green onion, pecans, mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10–20 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg