Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad
Need a simple and flavorful salad? Try this cranberry pecan chicken salad. Quick to make and a great chicken salad to use for a fast lunch or dinner.
Ingredients: - 1 (12.5 oz) can premium chunk chicken (break up chicken chunks with a fork) - 2 tbsp sweetened dried cranberries - 1 stalk celery (chopped) - 2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped) - mayonnaise (as desired - enough to moisten) - 1 tbsp pecans (chopped) - 1 to 2 scallions (thinly sliced) 2-3 servings _______________________________________________________ Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well, adjusting mayonnaise to desired moistness._______________________________________________________ Ingredient Exchanges: Celery: Use diced or grated carrots or diced jicama.Mayonnaise: Use plain low-fat or nonfat Greek yogurt._______________________________________________________ Serving Ideas: ** Serve this easy chicken salad on a bed of fresh salad greens with some warm focaccia bread and a simple side dish of steamed broccoli tossed with fresh lemon juice, a little olive oil, and salt and pepper.** Serve salad on a bed of chow mein noodles with a side of mushrooms, onions, and minced garlic sautéed in olive oil._______________________________________________________
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