Irresistible Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad Delight
Enjoy a fresh and vibrant Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad that combines juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and tender chicken for a guilt-free meal.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- - Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Chicken Salad
- 2 cups shredded chicken preferably cooked
- 2 stalks celery chopped into 1/4 in. pieces
- 1 green onion chopped thin
For the Sweetness
- 5-6 large strawberries diced
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
For the Creamy Dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt plain
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper fresh ground
- salt to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Chop the celery and green onion, and dice the strawberries.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, green onion, chopped pecans, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, pepper, and salt. Stir gently until well-coated.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 10-20 minutes.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with additional pecans for extra crunch. Adjust mayo and yogurt for desired dressing consistency.