Simplified Festive Chicken Salad (Printer-friendly)

Tender chicken mixed with fruits and nuts served in crisp lettuce cups for a festive touch.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Chicken & Salad

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
04 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries
05 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
06 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

07 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
08 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

13 - 6 large lettuce leaves (butter lettuce or romaine)
14 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, mix cooked chicken, celery, grapes, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and sliced spring onions until well distributed.
02 - Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
05 - Spoon the chicken salad evenly into the lettuce leaves to form individual cups.
06 - Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Contains eggs (mayonnaise) tree nuts (pecans or walnuts) and dairy (Greek yogurt)
  • For nut free or dairy free versions substitute accordingly and check all labels for allergens
03 -
  • For extra flavor add a pinch of curry powder or smoked paprika to the dressing
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for convenience
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