A deliciously crunchy and creamy chicken salad perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Packed with nuts, herbs, and a tangy dressing, it's sure to impress.
Ingredients
Protein
1.25lbchicken (poached and shredded)(Better moisture)
Nuts
0.75cuppecans (toasted and chopped)(1/4-inch pieces)
Vegetables
0.75cupcelery
0.25cupred onion
0.25cupparsley
Dairy & Condiments
0.5cupyogurt (Fage Total 5%)(Thick, creamy texture)
0.25cupmayonnaise (Duke's)(For tang)
Condiments & Spices
2.5tspdijon mustard
1.5tspvinegar
0.5tspsalt
0.125tspgarlic powder
Black pepper
to tasteblack pepper
Instructions
Poach and shred the chicken, then let it cool.
Toast and chop pecans into 1/4-inch pieces.
Combine chicken, pecans, celery, red onion, and parsley in a bowl.
Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, vinegar, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Stir the dressing into the chicken mixture until well coated. Serve chilled.
Notes
For extra crunch, add some chopped apples or grapes.