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Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

This creamy chicken salad is packed with tender chicken, crunchy celery, sweet dried cranberries, and toasted pecans. Finished with a rich mayonnaise dressing and a hint of tarragon, it’s a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and fresh—ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or light lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course, Meal Prep, Salad, Sandwich Filling
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 cups cooked chicken white meat, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 3/4 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise plus more as needed
  • 2 tsp dried tarragon
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, cranberries, and pecans.
  • Fold in mayonnaise in batches until evenly coated.
  • Add tarragon, salt, and pepper. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to develop.
  • Stir before serving and add additional mayonnaise if needed for desired consistency.

Notes

Letting the salad rest is key—the cranberries absorb moisture and deepen the flavor. Always check and adjust the mayo before serving for the best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal
Keyword chicken salad, cranberry chicken salad, easy lunch, meal prep recipe, pecan chicken salad
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