Creating Cranberry Chicken Salad is simple when you follow these clear steps:

1. Prepare Your Chicken: If using leftover chicken, shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces. If starting from raw, cook the chicken in boiling water for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked, then drain and let it cool before cutting it up.

2. Mix Dressing: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey (if using). Stir until smooth.

3. Combine Ingredients: To the dressing, add the shredded chicken, cranberries, celery, red onion, and nuts (if using). Gently fold everything together until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

4. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the flavor according to your preference.

5. Chill: For best results, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

6. Serve: Once chilled, the salad is ready to serve on individual plates over lettuce leaves, in a sandwich, or as part of a wrap.

Following these steps will lead you to an incredible Cranberry Chicken Salad that will surely delight all who taste it.