Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
A refreshing chicken salad combining tender chicken, sweet strawberries, and crunchy pecans, dressed in a creamy mix of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 2 celery stalks, chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1 green onion, chopped thin
- 5–6 large strawberries, diced
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut and chop all ingredients as specified.
- In a mixing bowl, add all ingredients except for the strawberries.
- Stir to combine and ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more mayo or yogurt if desired.
- Fold in strawberries gently or wait to add them until just before serving if preparing in advance.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 10-20 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or tofu and use a plant-based mayonnaise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg