Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer picnics or a light dinner at home. This salad combines juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and tender shredded chicken, all enveloped in a creamy poppy seed dressing. Not only is it quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but it’s also nutritious and versatile. Serve it on a bed of greens, as a sandwich filling, or stuffed into avocado halves for an exciting twist. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet meal, this delightful salad will surely impress your guests and brighten your plate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 c shredded chicken
- 2 celery stalks, chopped into 1/4 in pieces
- 1 green onion, chopped thin
- 5-6 large strawberries, diced
- ⅓ c chopped pecans
- ¼ c mayonnaise
- 2 T Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 T poppy seeds
- ½ tsp pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Chop the celery, green onion, and strawberries.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, celery, green onion, pecans, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until ingredients are evenly coated.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries just before serving.
- Chill for 10-20 minutes if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg