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Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad Mix

10-Minute Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad That Tastes Amazing

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A flavorful and easy-to-make chicken salad with sweet cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of lime.

  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
  • ¼ green apple, shredded
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • salt and black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Stir chicken and mayonnaise together in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Add green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, dill weed, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix well.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for several hours or overnight for better flavor.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
  • Add celery or grapes for extra crunch and sweetness.
  • Use avocado or hummus as a dairy-free or mayo-free alternative.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg