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Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad

Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad for Summer Bliss

This Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad offers a vibrant, healthy meal bursting with flavors and textures, perfect for summer dining.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep!
  • 2 stalks Celery adds a crisp texture; swap with cucumber for a refreshing twist
  • 1 whole Green Onion offers a mild flavor; red onion can be used for extra zing
For the Flavor Bites
  • 5-6 large Strawberries try raspberries for a different taste
  • cup Chopped Pecans substitute with sunflower seeds for a nut-free option
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise opt for Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthy choice
  • 2 tablespoons Plain Greek Yogurt skip for a purely mayo-based dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard works as a substitute if needed
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice lime juice can work beautifully as well
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds omit if desired but it’s a fun touch
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper add flavor; adjust according to your taste preference
  • Salt season to taste; use sea salt for a subtle difference in flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing and chopping the celery, green onion, and strawberries. Dice the celery into small, even pieces and finely slice the green onion. Remove the stems of the strawberries and cut them into quarters.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, chopped celery, sliced green onion, and chopped pecans. Add in the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and poppy seeds. Mix everything together with a spatula until well-coated.
  3. Sprinkle in the pepper and season with salt to taste, then mix well again to incorporate the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Gently fold in the diced strawberries, being careful not to crush them. Alternatively, reserve the strawberries to add just before serving.
  5. For the best flavor, let your salad chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 20 minutes before serving.
  6. After chilling, give the salad another gentle stir and serve it over mixed greens or as a filling in wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best taste, chill before serving and add strawberries last to maintain their texture.

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