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Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad


  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A vibrant salad combining tender shredded chicken, crunchy pecans, and fresh strawberries, drizzled with a creamy dressing, perfect for summer picnics and gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie, grilled, or air-fried)
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped into ¼ inch pieces
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 56 large strawberries, diced
  • ⅓ cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the ingredients by cutting and chopping the celery, green onion, and strawberries.
  2. Mix the shredded chicken, celery, green onion, chopped pecans, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Fold in the diced strawberries gently.
  4. Chill the salad in the fridge for 10-20 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container. Substitute chicken with cooked turkey or walnuts for variation.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: salad, chicken salad, summer recipe, strawberry salad, healthy salad