Pecan Chicken Salad
Pecan Chicken Salad is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, crunchy pecans, and fresh veggies enveloped in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics or family gatherings, this refreshing salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also elevates any meal with its vibrant flavors and textures. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a must-try dish that will impress at any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling/Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup celery (diced)
- 1 cup red grapes (halved)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by boiling or poaching for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Allow to cool before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped pecans for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool.
- Chop the celery and halve the grapes while the pecans cool.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, toasted pecans, diced celery, and halved grapes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard; pour over the chicken mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. Feel free to customize by adding diced apples or swapping pecans for walnuts.