Healthy Chicken Salad
A delicious and nutritious chicken salad recipe that combines lean protein, healthy fats, and a variety of vegetables, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked and diced chicken breast Use leftover chicken to save time.
- ½ cup celery, diced
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ½ cup chopped pecans Add just before serving for crunch.
- ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste) Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Adjust for more tartness if desired.
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup mayonnaise For a creamier salad, increase the amount.
- ½ cup dried cranberries Can substitute with grapes or apples.
- ¼ cup chopped dill
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, add all of the ingredients.
- Stir until well combined.
- Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Notes
To keep the chicken salad fresh, store it in an air-tight container in the fridge. Add ingredients like pecans and cranberries just before serving to keep them crunchy. Can use canned chicken or a dairy-free alternative for mayonnaise.