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Cherry Chicken Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This cherry chicken salad is one of my favorite go to recipes when I need something wholesome and delicious in a flash. With zero cooking required and just fifteen minutes of prep, it comes together faster than you'd think, making it perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunches. The dried cherries bring a natural sweetness and tartness that makes this salad feel special, plus they're packed with antioxidants that are really good for you. The combination of tender chicken, crispy pecans, and that creamy mayo base creates such a satisfying dish, and I love how the optional apples add an extra fresh crunch. It's simple, nutritious, and honestly costs way less than buying prepared salads at the store.
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Ingredients
- 33 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, diced
- ⅓ cup dried cherries⅓ cup dried cherries
- ⅓ cup diced celery⅓ cup diced celery
- ⅓ cup toasted, chopped pecans⅓ cup toasted, chopped pecans
- ⅓ cup low-fat mayonnaise⅓ cup low-fat mayonnaise
- 11 tablespoon buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅓ cup cubed apples (Optional)⅓ cup cubed apples (optional)
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Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dried cherries, celery, nuts, mayonnaise, milk, salt and pepper and apple if desired. Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve on toasted cracked wheat bread or croissants.
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