Delicious Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
A refreshing Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad that is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- - Mixing bowl
- - Knife
- - Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Chicken Base
- 2 cups shredded chicken leftover roast chicken is ideal
- 2 stalks celery chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
- 2 stalks green onion thinly sliced
For the Fruity Twist
- 1 cup strawberries diced
For the Crunch and Creaminess
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain) for added creaminess
For Flavor Enhancers
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper to taste
- to taste salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Chop Ingredients: Start by cutting your celery stalks into 1/4 inch pieces and thinly slicing the green onion.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, green onion, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, pepper, and salt. Stir gently to mix everything well.
- Add Strawberries: Carefully fold in the diced strawberries.
- Chill or Serve: Serve your salad immediately or let it chill in the fridge for about 10-20 minutes.
Notes
Consider garnishing with additional poppy seeds or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor. Use leftover chicken for quicker preparation and opt for the ripest strawberries for maximum sweetness.