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Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad

Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad

5 from 2 votes
Author: Fork To Spoon
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad -- Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad, a dish that promises a burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients 

  • 3 cups chicken, cooked and chopped
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise, regular or low-fat
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup cranberries, chopped
  • ½ cup almonds, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste

Optional: green onions, chives, or parsley

    Instructions

    • Start with cooked chicken. You can use grilled, air-fried roasted, or even leftover rotisserie chicken. Chop or shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. You'll need about 2-3 cups of chicken for this recipe.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken, a generous half cup of dried cranberries, and a half cup of sliced almonds. These quantities can be adjusted according to your taste preferences.
    • Add about a half cup of finely chopped celery for a fresh crunch.
    • Add chopped green onions, chives, or even a little parsley for extra flavor and a pop of color if desired.
    • For the best flavor, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
    • Serve the Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad alone, atop a bed of fresh greens, as a sandwich filling, or wrapped in a tortilla. It's versatile and works well for various meals.

    Equipment

    • Large Mixing Bowl

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ServingCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 8gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 398mgPotassium: 174mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 98IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg