Easy Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Packed with flavor and simple to make, this salad is sure to become a favorite. Try it as a sandwich, wrap, or dip with crackers for a satisfying lunch or snack.

I didn't think I was a fan of chicken salad until I made this recipe for a baby shower. Now, I'm hooked and make this almost every week! This chicken salad recipe with dried cranberries, crunchy pecans and crisp apples is easy to make and perfect for a meal prep option, potlucks, or a quick and easy lunch. I use Kirkland Canned Chicken from Costco, but you could easily use leftover chicken or purchased rotisserie chicken.

Why You Should Make This Recipe

Flavor: It has a delicious combination of savory and sweet flavors with a satisfying crunch. The chicken provides a mild, savory flavor, while the cranberries add a tart sweetness, and the pecans offer a nutty richness. Adding apples provides a refreshing crispness and a hint of sweetness, which balances out the other flavors in the dish. The overall taste is a delightful blend of textures and a flavor combination that is both hearty and refreshing.

Versatile: This chicken salad is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can adjust the seasoning and dressing to suit your taste buds. Some people prefer to add a little bit of honey to their dressing to enhance the sweetness, while others may like to add a little bit of mustard for a tangier flavor. Adding grapes or celery to the salad creates a more diverse flavor profile.

Meal Prep: This easy cranberry and pecan chicken salad recipe can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to three days, making it a perfect option for busy weekday lunches or a quick dinner.

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Ingredients Needed

Chicken salad is a very versatile recipe, using simple ingredients you typically have on hand. Below are the ingredients I used for this easy salad. I offer recipe variations in the FAQs below.

• Kirkland Canned Chicken
• dried cranberries
• pecans
• apple
• mayonnaise
• Dijon mustard
• onion powder
• pepper
• kosher salt

See the recipe card below for quantities.

How to Make Easy Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

Now that you know why this recipe is so great, let's get to the good stuff: how to make it!

1. Add all the ingredients into the bowl of a stand mixer.
2. With the mixer on low, stir until all the ingredients are combined.
3. Serve!

Storage

Cranberry chicken salad is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container.

Best Chicken Salad FAQs

And there you have it! A delicious and versatile cranberry chicken salad that will have you coming back for seconds (and thirds). So try it and let me know what you think in the comments below.

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