Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– ½ cup pecans, chopped
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or your choice)
– ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
– 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
– 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Creating Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad is simple. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook the chicken by grilling, baking, or sautéing until fully cooked. Allow it to cool before shredding or dicing.
2. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, poppy seeds, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
3. Combine the Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cooked chicken, sliced strawberries, and chopped pecans. Pour the dressing over the mixture.
4. Toss to Coat: Gently toss everything together until the chicken and strawberries are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Prepare the Greens: In a separate bowl, place the mixed salad greens.
6. Serve: Spoon the chicken salad mixture on top of the greens for a beautiful presentation.
7. Garnish: Optionally, you can garnish with extra strawberries or pecans for added flair.
8. Chill (Optional): For the best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.
This straightforward recipe ensures that you can enjoy a delicious, homemade Strawberry Poppy Seed Pecan Chicken Salad without any fuss!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 28g